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Christine Gaza asked this question about Columbine:

Are any of you high school teachers? How do you feel about teaching this book at the accelerated sophomore level in school? Or, if you're a parent, how would you feel about your child reading this at the high school level?

Julia I just started reading this book, and IMO since it is representative of school life of teenagers, it shouldn't be too much for them to read. I think t…moreI just started reading this book, and IMO since it is representative of school life of teenagers, it shouldn't be too much for them to read. I think this book is ok for all high school age children. Another book they can read is "A Mothers Reckoning" by Sue Klebold, the mother of Dylan Klebold. I feel that is also a good book because it shows how someone can present themselves to their family, peers, teachers they they are happy, leading normal lives when in actuality they are dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts. (less)

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