Morning Girl
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1990

Morning Girl

Written by Michael Dorris

Two siblings face change and discovery in 1492 Bahamas.

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74 pages· 980L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1492 Bahamas, siblings Morning Girl and Star Boy navigate family struggles and a looming hurricane. As day-loving Morning Girl and night-loving Star Boy confront their differences, they find unity. Their island life is on the brink of change with the arrival of Columbus. This lyrical tale explores their bond and the impact of impending discovery on their world.

From the publisher

The award-winning author of A Yellow Raft in Blue Water presents a tale based on an entry in the diary of Christopher Columbus that tells of a native family living in a vibrant community striving to coexist with the natural world.

Awards

Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction (1993)
At a glance
Format
Pages
74
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
980L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~6.5
F&P level
~W
Publication
Published
May 18, 1999
First published
September 1, 1990
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780780742338

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