Trina answers “Would you recommend I read this novel with...”

María José asked this question about We the Animals:

Would you recommend I read this novel with my 10th, 11th and 12th grade students? English is their second language, but they have a medium- high proficiency level?

Trina Hi. Former high school teacher here. It is a gorgeous, high-interest book and I think it would be accessible and enjoyable to the students you describ…moreHi. Former high school teacher here. It is a gorgeous, high-interest book and I think it would be accessible and enjoyable to the students you describe. Proceed with caution. Depending on how conservative/religious your community is, there are several moments that might not fly with parents. For example, there's a scene in which Paps and Ma have sex while the boys are in the room (not too graphic, but quite descriptive). If administration approves the book, they might require you to obtain permission/acknowledgment. Definitely run it by your department head and/or principal, and be prepared for some squirming and giggling from the students.(less)

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