Sian 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).

Sian I'm very surprised at all the replies saying this book is not appropriate for people under 18. Maybe don't let a child read it, but I think most 14-16…moreI'm very surprised at all the replies saying this book is not appropriate for people under 18. Maybe don't let a child read it, but I think most 14-16 year olds would be fine. Maybe not the ones with overprotective bubble-wrap parents, who don't know that abuse and cuss words exist.
The only thing censoring or banning a book in a school does, is ensure it's the most read and owned book in the entire school. (less)

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