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A Single Shard

Written by Linda Sue Park

Juvenile Fiction - Historical - Asia
· Yearling
· Trade Paperback · Ages 10 UP
· February 11, 2003 · $6.99 · 978-0-440-41851-1 (0-440-41851-8)

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Tree-ear is an orphan boy in a 12th-century Korean potters’ village. When he accidentally breaks a pot, he must work for the master to pay for the damage by setting off on a difficult and dangerous journey that will change his life forever.

“Intrigues, danger, and the same strong focus on doing what is right turn a simple story into a compelling read. . . . A timeless jewel.”
–Kirkus Reviews, Starred

WINNER - Newbery Medal Winner
WINNER - ALA Notable Children's Book
NOMINEE 2006 - Illinois Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Award
WINNER 2003 - Massachusetts Children's Book Master List

Linda Sue Park’s latest book is When My Name Was Keoko.

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