... if a book belongs on the shelves of young adults or elementary students, see if it takes an adult's knowledge and life experience to understand the story (Edwards, C 117). Take into consideration a piece of French literature, Le Petit Prince, about a small boy living on a meteor. One use of the book ... (Avi). Books urge children into discussion and they are energized by controversial reading materials. The discussions which follow are on topics influencing their lives (Edwards, T.). Communication goes two ways; children need to learn not only to read, but also to talk about what they ha...

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