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The Black Pearl


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No. of pages 140

Published: 2010

Great for age 7-10 years

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In "The Black Pearl" by Scott O'Dell, the story follows a young boy named Kino who dreams of becoming a pearl diver. When he discovers a magnificent black pearl, he believes it will bring him fortune and prestige. However, the pearl brings unexpected challenges and dangers, including envy and greed from others in his village. As Kino navigates the consequences of his discovery, he learns valuable lessons about the true nature of wealth and the importance of family and integrity. Set against the backdrop of the sea, the tale explores themes of ambition, morality, and the cost of desire. [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 140 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Perfection Learning .

Scott O'Dell was born in Los Angeles. He was a journalist and an authority on California histor. He won many awards for his writing, including the Newbery Award for Island of the Blue Dolphins. He died in October 1989.

 

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Newbery Award
The Newbery Medal, named after 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery, is one of the most prestigious awards in children's literature. Established in 1922 by the American Library Association (ALA), the Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished American children's book published in the previous year. The award committee evaluates nominees based on literary quality, originality, presentation, and relevance to childrens literature. The book should demonstrate excellence in narrative and character development, as well as appeal to the intended audience. In addition to the medal winner, the committee also designates several Honor Books each year. These titles are recognized for their merit and are considered outstanding contributions to childrens literature, though they do not receive the medal.