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Save Me a Seat

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by Sarah Weeks

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Is it good
Melissa Ley I love Sarah Weeks highlights the intricacies of relationships in her books. Save me a seat is a heartwarming book about family, classroom and peer dy…moreI love Sarah Weeks highlights the intricacies of relationships in her books. Save me a seat is a heartwarming book about family, classroom and peer dynamics. I enjoyed seeing the story through the eyes of both Ravi and Joe. As an educator and parents, I especially like how she highlighted the impact that educators can have on students, with Mrs. Frost and Mr Barnes. (less)
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what happen in the end?
Miriam Robarts Yes, it’s such a cliffhanger. We’ll never know for sure what he eats for lunch that day...
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Is this YA or Middle Grades? It's tagged as both. What grade are Ravi and Joe in?
Sandi Prescott They are in 5th grade.
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Are there any stereotypes in this book?
Miriam Robarts I would say yes & no. Many stereotypes have become so for good reason. However, I felt like these were realistic characters with depth to their person…moreI would say yes & no. Many stereotypes have become so for good reason. However, I felt like these were realistic characters with depth to their personalities and relationships & not charicatures. (less)
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How does this work with second graders?
Miriam Robarts I think it’d be great for children that age, and many will be able to relate to situations in the book. It would probably be better read aloud, since …moreI think it’d be great for children that age, and many will be able to relate to situations in the book. It would probably be better read aloud, since the vocabulary might be too advanced for some kids.(less)
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