I agree with Allan on this one. Some of Zindel's works might be fine for the upper
level or more mature elementary students, but be sure that you have read them
before you offer the titles to those who think they're ready.
As far as Cormier (also one of my all-time favorite YA authors), I would not put
his books in an elementary library because of their "dark and ominous" storylines.
The books are great for YAs who are always looking for these types of materials,
but the books would not be appropriate for elementary students who haven't
experienced some of situations or feelings that some of the characters have in
these works.
There are far too many GOOD books out there for the upper elementary level to start
reaching for the YA shelves yet. Keep reading and suggesting those wonderful
titles...Zindel and Cormier can be read in due time.
Good luck!
~Shonda
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>>> "Dr. Allan O'Grady Cuseo" <library@BKHS.ORG> 04/24/06 7:52 AM >>>
I believe some of Zindel would be fine with elementary students...but be
wary - be sure you have read them all first.
As for Cormier (one of my all-time favorite authors - may he rest in
peace) - never in an elementary ( in my opinion).
Allan
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Subject: [LM_NET] TAR: ELEM: Cormier & Zindel
> I am wondering if any elementary school libraries out there have Paul
> Zindel & Robert Cormier's works in their libraries. I have some
> students who are ready and interested. I would be especially
> interested to know if you've had any problems with younger children
> wanting to read them.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Robin
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> Robin Shtulman
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