Day of the Pelican
School year: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 145
Published: 2010
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In "Day of the Pelican" by Katherine Paterson, the story follows a young Albanian boy named Mark and his family as they are forced to flee their home due to the Yugoslav War. As they embark on a tumultuous journey toward safety and freedom, Mark grapples with the loss of his childhood and the challenges of adapting to life as a refugee. Along the way, he faces hardship, the reality of violence, and the struggle to retain hope. The narrative highlights themes of family, resilience, and the quest for belonging amidst the turmoil of displacement and cultural upheaval. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.
There are 145 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Perfection Learning .
Katie Paterson lives in the Midlands and is the mother of two grown children. Her ambition is to keep reading alive for children.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Sunshine State Young Reader's Award - Grades 6-8
This book was recognised in the Grades 6-8 category by the Sunshine State Young Reader's Award.
Parents' Choice Award - Historical Fiction
This book was recognised in the Historical Fiction category by the Parents' Choice Award.
