
A Single Shard
Written by Linda Sue Park
Set in 12th century Korea, this story centers on Tree-Ear, an orphan being raised by Crane-man in the village of Ch’ul’po, a potter’s village. When Tree-Ear accidentally breaks a pot by Min, the most talented craftsman, he becomes his apprentice for nine days. Under Min’s watch Tree-Ear learns what it means to be an artist.
Age Range | 10 - 12 years |
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Copyright Year | 2002 |
Page Count | 176 |
Publisher | Sandpiper |
Grade Level | 5th - 7th |
ISBN | 9780547534268 |
Lexile | 920 |
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