Evelyn Ratcliffe answers “I'm a public school librarian on a 9th and...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about Greenlights:

I'm a public school librarian on a 9th and 10th grade campus (ages 14-16)...in Texas...and I'm getting lots of requests for this book. Is there anything that stands out that would make it objectionable for that audience? Note: some foul language would not necessarily exclude it, but it would if it were too much or just done for shock value (the reviews don't seem to mention any overly salacious content).

Evelyn Ratcliffe As a parent of now adult children;
Yes, I would have recommended to my children under 18.
No, to a school recommend this book under 18.

Anything with …moreAs a parent of now adult children;
Yes, I would have recommended to my children under 18.
No, to a school recommend this book under 18.

Anything with adult choices should have adult guidance, which is something I did not get. I am aware how my life would have shaped differently, possibly better if I had. Also, there should be consideration for the child maturity level and a discussion around the topics included. Every child matures at a different rate. I was very liberal in content recommendations for my children but there was always a discussion about how some choices have impacts and social perceptions have to be considered.(less)

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