by Monique Polak (Author)
Ever since he was small, Franklin has been soothed by fire.
Staring into the flames helps Franklin forget his problems. And right now, he's got a lot to forget. Franklin's mother has left the family home to be with her hairdresser boyfriend. Franklin's father, the mayor of Montreal West, is too busy worrying about his public image to do anything about the family. As a rash of local fires competes with upcoming elections for media attention, Franklin's father has to work hard to keep the public happy. And Franklin has to reconsider his romance with fire.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Author Biography
Monique Polak has written numerous novels for youth. Many of them are, like Pyro, set in the Montreal area, where she lives and teaches English and Humanities at Marianopolis College. Monique also works as a freelance journalist.
Number of Pages: 128
Dimensions: 0.5 x 6.9 x 4.2 IN
Publication Date: September 01, 2012
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Pyro
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 2
