The Littles and the Lost Children
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1991

The Littles and the Lost Children

By John Peterson

Part of the The Littles series

Two children seek a way out of Trash City to find their lost parents.

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112 pages
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In Trash City, a hidden world beneath the town dump, two children yearn to reunite with their lost parents. Guided by Uncle Nick's tales of adventure, they must navigate this mysterious realm. Will they uncover the path to freedom and family, or remain trapped in the depths of Trash City? Discover the secrets and surprises that await in this captivating journey.

From the publisher

The ninth book from this classic series is ready to grab the attention of a new generation! Fresh cover art brings an updated look to this timeless favorite.

Uncle Nick has had many adventures. He used to be a General in the Mice Brigade in Trash City! One day, he tells Tom and Lucy Little a story of two children who lost their parents and came to live in Trash City. The children grew up and were happy, but they were sure their parents were out in the world somewhere. The only question they had was, how would they get out of Trash City to find them? Uncle Nick knows how this amazing story ends, and soon you will, too!

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Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
600L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~O
AR points
2
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7736
Publication
Published
January 1, 1991
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590430265

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