Jennifer asked this question about The Hate U Give (The Hate U Give, #1):
Would this book be appropriate for a middle schooler? Language? Sexuality?
Melanie Hays It has language, but I teach high school and it's nothing that I don't hear everyday in the halls. It's worded how teens actually speak. Having also w…moreIt has language, but I teach high school and it's nothing that I don't hear everyday in the halls. It's worded how teens actually speak. Having also worked in middle school, I wouldn't hesitate to let a 7th or 8th grade student read it.(less)
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