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Mr. Murphy asked this question about Girl in Pieces:

Considering adding this book to my classroom library. Does it tend to glorify self harm? Or is it a book that can speak life to teens struggling with this issue?

Cheriee Weichel I think it depends on the age of your students and who they are. I have met students in elementary school who were cutting themselves. The book has se…moreI think it depends on the age of your students and who they are. I have met students in elementary school who were cutting themselves. The book has sexual content, drinking, and self harm, but none of it is glorified here. I would selectively give it to readers aged 12 - 13 and up. (less)

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