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Erin King asked this question about The Help:
My 12 year old daughter would like to read this. I have not read it in a few years and can't remember if there is anything graphic that she will encounter. What do you think about a middle school student reading this?
Kathryn The most graphic details I find are the descriptions of the treatment of the maids and other blacks in the community. It might be best to discuss this…moreThe most graphic details I find are the descriptions of the treatment of the maids and other blacks in the community. It might be best to discuss this with your child and to let them know that not everyone is like that society.(less)
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The Help
by Kathryn Stockett (Goodreads Author)
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