Sticks and Stones (Orca Soundings)
by Beth Goobie
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Author: Beth GoobieEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-05-01
ISBN: 1551432137
Number of pages: 86
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
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Book Review: An English Education student's point of view...
Summary: 2 Stars
The book accurately describes the reality of rumors in school culture in a way that students can connect with. It has good things to say about persevering through tough times, friendship, actively fighting social injustice, and looking past rumors and reputations to truly understand other people. Jujube, Carlos, and Sophia all serve as examples of people suffering from rumors that aren't true and circumstances beyond their control.
On the down side, the book is no literary treasure. As an English teacher, it doesn't offer much in terms of literary style or depth. It doesn't deviate off the main plot for more than a paragraph, its print is huge, and its description is plain. In these ways, it seems appealing to younger, concrete thinkers. I was also disappointed that it does nothing to discuss the moral decisions involved in sex... I can understand its appeal among junior high students - it is sympathetic to their struggles and it's short and easy to read.
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