Ashley Strang answers “I am very upset that this book is on a...”

Sandra Catchings asked this question about Night:

I am very upset that this book is on a list as appropriate for 14 year old 8th graders. Because it is , my son is being forced to read it by his school. My family is deeply effected by this book. My son is in emotional upheaval and very depressed. This book should not be listed as appropriate for this age group. It should be read at the high school level and up- and be lsited as so. How could a book like this end up ?

Ashley Strang I was 12 when my 7th grade English teacher ('05-'06) assigned Night for us to read. She gave us the option to request a new book if Night made us too …moreI was 12 when my 7th grade English teacher ('05-'06) assigned Night for us to read. She gave us the option to request a new book if Night made us too uncomfortable. I remember feeling shocked, disgusted, and horrified after only a handful of pages, but I couldn't put it down. Honestly, I'm so glad I kept going. The depth of emotion, the conversations started because of it... it was so worth the read. Preteens shouldn't be "protected" from Night. I feel it's a necessary stepping stone on the path to well-rounded emotional development.(less)

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