The Great Wheel
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 192
Published: 2004
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In "The Great Wheel" by Richard Peck, readers are taken back to the summer of 1893, during the Chicago World's Fair. The story follows two young siblings, a boy and a girl, who are sent to the fair by their struggling family. Amidst the excitement of the fair's attractions, including the awe-inspiring Ferris Wheel, they encounter a wide array of colorful characters and situations that challenge their perspectives on life, ambition, and family. As they navigate their adventures and the many wonders of the fair, they discover deeper connections to their own lives and aspirations, paving the way for personal growth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 192 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Bloomsbury U. S. A. Children's Books .
Richard Peck lives in New York City. His extensive list of honors includes the Newbery Medal, the Edgar Award, the Margaret A. Edwards Award, and the National Humanities Medal. He has twice been a finalist for the National Book Award. Robert Lawson (1892-1957) is one of the greatest names in children's literature. He is the author and illustrator of such classics as Ben and Me, Mr. Revere and I, Mr. Poppers Penguins, and I Discover Columbus. His last completed work was The Big Wheel.
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.