The Day of the Pelican facts for kids
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| Author | Katherine Paterson |
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| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's/Teen Fiction |
| Publisher | Clarion Books |
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Publication date
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19 October 2009 |
| Pages | 160 |
| Awards | 2013 Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal |
| ISBN | 0547181884 |
The Day of the Pelican is an exciting children's novel written by Katherine Paterson. It was first released on October 19, 2009. This book tells a powerful story about a family facing big challenges and finding a new home.
Contents
Exploring the Story of The Pelican
This book follows the journey of the Lleshi family. They are a fictional family from Albania, living in a place called Kosovo. At the time of the story, Kosovo is going through a difficult war.
The Lleshi Family's Journey
The Lleshi family suddenly becomes homeless because of the war. They become refugees, meaning they have to leave their home to find safety. Their journey is very hard. They face hunger and illness. They also have to travel through dangerous areas to escape the conflict.
Finding a New Home in America
After many struggles, something surprising happens. A church group helps the Lleshi family. They are brought all the way to America. The family finds themselves in a quiet town in Vermont. This is a big change from their war-torn home.
New Challenges in Vermont
Just as they are settling in, a major event takes place. The events of September 11, 2001 happen. This creates new difficulties for the Lleshi family. They are a Muslim family, and these events make their new life in America even more challenging. The story shows how they try to fit in and overcome these new obstacles.
