For all you high school teachers out there--how do you feel about independent/ classroom library book selections for teens? I find teens like to read books that keep it "real." Keeping it real may sometimes mean objectionable material. It is my task to order books for the "at risk" students in our building who are not earning proficient scores on the state tests to ENCOURAGE reading. The "objectionable" books are the absolute ticket, yet I struggle with defending them. These students will not be "turned on" to reading by handing them the classics--yet, it is always my goal to get them there. I have found that beginning with books they find relevant to their lives gets them reading and helps them build confidence in their reading ability ; at that point, they are more willing to take the journey with me into the more traditional readings like Gatsby and really get it. I would love to hear your thoughts on this sticky issue. Thanks, jean _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org
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