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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?
Julie You have to gauge your own child's maturity. I think that a twelve-year-old will get from it what she is ready for - and then should read it again whe…moreYou have to gauge your own child's maturity. I think that a twelve-year-old will get from it what she is ready for - and then should read it again when older. there are different layers to get through.
this would be a good one to discuss with her though. (less)
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by Kathryn Stockett (Goodreads Author)
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