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It's back-to-school time. What book would you recommend to students, whether it's an educational read or an enjoyable diversion from textbooks?
Submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer.
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I find it difficult to recommend books to younger readers because of the generational gap. I graduated high school in 2000, so it was a different time during my childhood; I was allowed to read whatever I wanted, so I read John Saul, Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Anne Rice, etc., at a very early age—I wouldn't recommend any of them to younger readers unless they grew up on horror movies. Even so, I still wouldn't recommend any books I read because today's generation is way too sensitive and will probably be offended by some of the stories.
I will give some advice to younger readers. Find a book, read the blurb, and if it sounds intriguing, then read it.
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That is very true. So much has changed since I was in high school as well. I don't even know what kind of curriculum is going on now. I've a niece in high school, but it's a Catholic one which has its own curriculum. Who knows what kind of books they might ban! But I do agree with your advice! That's pretty much how I treated every book!
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I went to a tiny high school where the curriculum was way out of date. Hopefully, the school has made changes by now.
DeleteRecommending books to students is what I did for a living. Honestly, I had to know a student----likes and dislikes, reading ability, and personality---to be able to successfully recommend a book to that person. All I really focused on in my primary school was encouraging a love of books and learning to find books for oneself.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you were an excellent librarian.
DeleteThis was a tough one to answer. :)
ReplyDeleteEven though I am way past my school days, I try to stay somewhat knowledgeable about what is out there for my daughter's sake. I love to find books she will enjoy reading and also seeing what she is interested in. As much as I sometimes wish she will take an interest in my childhood favorites, she's her own person with her own tastes. I'm just glad she enjoyed reading Judy Blume's books as much as I did! And on the plus side, I've discovered some great books that I might not have otherwise read thanks to her. I hope you have a great weekend, Billy!
ReplyDeleteI was a bit stuck on age of student 🤣 I forget that as a 34 year old I am actually quite old in their eyes. Also being in the UK and not being around or to be honest really understanding book bans, I didn't take into account the sensitivity of readers so now I am rethinking my choice 😂
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Emily @ Budget Tales Book Blog
My post:
https://budgettalesblog.wordpress.com/2024/09/13/book-blogger-hop-back-to-school-what-book-would-you-recommend-to-students/
I had too many things come to mind for this one, but I settled on Dryer's English (or Dryer's English for Young Readers). Writing better would help students in so many ways...and the books are fun, too.
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