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It’s like the kite is part of him—the part that wants to fly.
In a riveting novel set in fifteenth-century Korea, two brothers discover a shared passion for kites. Kee-sup can craft a kite unequaled in strength and beauty, but his younger brother, Young-sup, can fly a kite as if he controlled the wind itself.
Their combined skills attract the notice of Korea’s young king, who chooses Young-sup to fly the royal kite in the New Year kite-flying competition–an honor that is also an awesome responsibility. Although tradition decrees, and the boys’ father insists, that the older brother represent the family, both brothers know that this time the family’s honor is best left in Young-sup’s hands.
This touching and suspenseful story, filled with the authentic detail and flavor of traditional Korean kite fighting, brings a remarkable setting vividly to life.
This moving historical novel is from Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, whose beloved middle grade books include A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.
Publisher : Clarion Books; Reprint edition (June 7, 2010)
Language : English
Paperback : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 054732863X
ISBN-13 : 978-0547328638
Reading age : 8 – 12 years
Lexile measure : 880L
Grade level : 3 – 7
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.12 x 0.31 x 7.62 inches
Customers say
Customers enjoy the well-written story with great character development. They find it a great story for middle school aged people. The main message of the book is about perseverance and fairness, with brave decisions and honorable understandings.
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