The Giver
by Lois Lowry
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Author: Lois LowryBrand: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-01-24
ISBN: 0385732554
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Ember
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Book Review: A Book Review for Teachers
Summary: 5 Stars
The Giver is a highly acclaimed piece of adolescent literature by the author Lois Lowry depicting the life of Jonas, a 12 year old boy living in an enclosed society. The setting appears to be a perfectly controlled environment in which all aspects of life are chosen and managed for the characters. Although the community seems to be a utopia in its appearance of perfection and sameness, Jonas quickly realizes the sacrifices which have been made to obtain such an illusion.
Even though the main character of this book is 12 years old and the book is only 208 pages long, the subject content makes this book appropriate for a wide range of grades and adolescent students. I personally believe that both middle and high school students (as well as adults) would find this book intriguing and thought-provoking, enabling stimulating discussions. The book provides students with numerous critical thinking opportunities, including topics on pain, memories, emotions, knowledge, freedom v. security & peace, euthanasia, diversity, and the price of perfection. Social Studies teachers could use this text to talk with students about systems of governments, such as socialism and capitalism, along with potential pitfalls when people relinquish power to the government for concessions. English teachers could make text to text connections with other books featuring dystopias such as The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins, Lord of the Flies by William Golding, Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, and Animal Farm and 1984 by George Orwell.
Teachers should be aware that potentially controversial topics for younger adolescents, including euthanasia and sexual development, (sexual dreams being referred to as "stirrings") are portrayed in the The Giver. Overall though, The Giver has no foul language or references to drinking, drugs, or alcohol and only limited reference to sexual matters. It is an excellent and engaging book for adolescent students who are ready for riveting discussions and powerful lessons.
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