A Goodreads user asked this question about The House on Mango Street:
Is this book appropriate for a 12 year old?
Ellie This book was written at a 7th grade reading level-12 is about seventh grade, I think, so it is about the level. For appropriateness, I would say yes.…moreThis book was written at a 7th grade reading level-12 is about seventh grade, I think, so it is about the level. For appropriateness, I would say yes. It is relevant to twelve because it is coming of age, and anything potentially sketchy most 12 year olds have been exposed to.(less)
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