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?
K Jay There is a lot of language. Nothing they have not heard before. Most likely makes it easier for them to relate to the characters. The exploration of t…moreThere is a lot of language. Nothing they have not heard before. Most likely makes it easier for them to relate to the characters. The exploration of this topic is much needed and the perspectives fantastic. I would not hesitate to let a middle schooler read this book.(less)
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