Nancy Gruneisen asked this question about Orbiting Jupiter:
I am a huge Gary Schmidt fan and have read this book. I honestly think it should be categorized in the young adult section rather than children. I think it's more for middle schoolers versus elementary school kids. Thoughts?
Debbie I feel that this is definitely meant for an audience more mature than elementary school readers. It is a very powerful piece that would not be emotion…moreI feel that this is definitely meant for an audience more mature than elementary school readers. It is a very powerful piece that would not be emotionally understood by young readers. Definitely YA.(less)
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