Canary in the Coal Mine
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 192
Published: 2013
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"Canary in the Coal Mine" by Madelyn Rosenberg follows the story of a young girl named Lily who grapples with the consequences of her family's secrets and the weight of expectations. Set against the backdrop of a small town, Lily embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she uncovers hidden truths about her father's past and the effects of coal mining on their community. Through her struggles, Lily learns about resilience, friendship, and the importance of speaking out for what is right. Ultimately, the story highlights the power of hope and the necessity of facing difficult realities with courage. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 192 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Holiday House Inc .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
West Virginia Children's Book Award
This book was recognised by the West Virginia Children's Book Award.