Classroom Complete Regular Education Literature Kit: Kira-Kira, Grades - 5, 6
SKU: CCP-CC2513
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* Kira-Kira (kee ra kee ra) is a Japanese word for glittering; shining.
* This unforgettable story is a coming-of-age tale of one family's difficulties in adapting to a post-World War II society that is reluctant to welcome a Japanese family that is laboring in Georgia's poultry plants.
* The story features Katie, her older sister Lynn and their younger brother, Sammy.
* When Lynn grows ill and eventually dies, it makes Katie realize that she must assume even more responsibility.
* Removed from the shadow of her high-achieving older sister, she even begins to improve in her schoolwork.
* This Newbery Medal winner story deals with family relationships and the illness and death of a close family member in a sensitive, realistic manner.
* Author: Nat Reed
* ISBN13: 978-1-55319-445-3
* Grades: 5, 6
* Reading Level: 5-6
* Total Page: 55
* This unforgettable story is a coming-of-age tale of one family's difficulties in adapting to a post-World War II society that is reluctant to welcome a Japanese family that is laboring in Georgia's poultry plants.
* The story features Katie, her older sister Lynn and their younger brother, Sammy.
* When Lynn grows ill and eventually dies, it makes Katie realize that she must assume even more responsibility.
* Removed from the shadow of her high-achieving older sister, she even begins to improve in her schoolwork.
* This Newbery Medal winner story deals with family relationships and the illness and death of a close family member in a sensitive, realistic manner.
* Author: Nat Reed
* ISBN13: 978-1-55319-445-3
* Grades: 5, 6
* Reading Level: 5-6
* Total Page: 55
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