The Knife of Never Letting Go
by Patrick Ness • Book 1 of the Chaos Walking Trilogy • Related Edition: Spanish-Language
22 Total Resources 3 Awards 12 State Lists View Text Complexity Discover Like Books
- Grade
- 7-12
- Genre
- Science Fiction / Fantasy
Year Published 2008
Word Count 112,022
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 860L
- ATOS Reading Level: 4.4
- AR Quiz Numbers
- Quiz 124840, 16 AR Points
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- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
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- Survival Books
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Audio Name Pronunciation with Patrick Ness
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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About the Author 4
Author Interviews 5
Interview with Patrick Ness
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Interview with Patrick Ness
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Interview with Patrick Ness
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Interview with Patrick Ness
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Series Interview with Patrick Ness
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 5
Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Series Learning Activities from Scottish Book Trust
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Readers' Guide from Candlewick Press
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Lesson Plan from Candlewick Press
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Book Readings 1
Audiobook Excerpt narrated by Nick Podehl
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Book Trailers 2
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Awards & Distinctions 3
Odyssey Award, 2008-2023
Honor, 2011
CCBC Choices
Selection, 2009
Outstanding International Books, 2006-2023
Grades 9-12 Selection, 2009
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