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The People of Sparks
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Series:
Books of Ember volume 2.
Published:
Random House Children's Books 2004
Accelerated Reader:
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Points: 11
Lexile measure:
760L
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A modern-day classic. This highly acclaimed adventure series about two friends desperate to save their doomed city has captivated kids and teachers alike for almost fifteen years and has sold over 3.5  MILLION copies!
 
Lina and Doon have led the citizens of Ember to an exciting new world. When they discover a village called Sparks, they are welcomed, fed, and given places to sleep. But the town’s resources are limited and it isn’t long before resentment begins to grow between the two groups. When mysterious acts of vandalism cause tempers to erupt, putting everyone’s lives in danger, it’s up to our two heroes to find the courage to stop the conflict and bring peace.
 
Praise for the City of Ember books:
 
Nominated to 28 State Award Lists!
An American Library Association Notable Children’s Book
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection
A Kirkus Reviews Editors’ Choice
A Child Magazine Best Children’s Book
A Mark Twain Award Winner
A William Allen White Children’s Book Award Winner
 
“A realistic post-apocalyptic world. DuPrau’s book leaves Doon and Lina on the verge of undiscovered country and readers wanting more.” —USA Today
 
“An electric debut.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred
 
“While Ember is colorless and dark, the book itself is rich with description.” —VOYA, Starred

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Format:
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Street Date:
06/22/2004
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780375890505
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Accelerated Reader:
MG
Level 4.9, 11 Points
Lexile measure:
760

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Jeanne DuPrau. (2004). The People of Sparks. Random House Children's Books.

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Jeanne DuPrau. 2004. The People of Sparks. Random House Children's Books.

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Jeanne DuPrau, The People of Sparks. Random House Children's Books, 2004.

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Jeanne DuPrau. The People of Sparks. Random House Children's Books, 2004.

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Praise for the City of Ember books:
 
Nominated to 28 State Award Lists!
An American Library Association Notable Children’s Book
A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection
A Kirkus Reviews Editors’ Choice
A Child Magazine Best Children’s Book
A Mark Twain Award Winner
A William Allen White Children’s Book Award Winner
 
“A realistic post-apocalyptic world. DuPrau’s book leaves Doon and Lina on the verge of undiscovered country and readers wanting more.” —USA Today
 
“An electric debut.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred
 
“While Ember is colorless and dark, the book itself is rich with description.” —VOYA, Starred
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A New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing Selection
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