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The Do Not Read Report, vol. 1

How often have you handed a seemingly-innocent book to your child only to discover later that it was filled with things you really do not want to put into your child’s head?

My husband and I gave up when my kids were about 12 and started reading everything before they did. This was especially tough since both my kids are especially gifted in reading. That was actually the reason we turned to classic literature. We needed something to challenge their reading level without the adult themes that are everywhere these days.

Every Wednesday, I plan to share another selection of books from our Do Not Read list. That way I hope to help you avoid that moment when your daughter or son explains the plot of a children’s book to you and you think, “What!? Who thought it was a good idea to include THAT in the story? Is this actually a book for adults that got misfiled into the children’s section of the library?”

So here we go. . .


This week’s book:

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

Scholastic Books, suggested for grades 6-12, Lexile Measure: 640L, Newberry Award winner

Summary: A baby is left in a forest as part of an annual sacrifice. She is taken by a witch and mistakenly fed moon light which causes her to become magical. The witch decides to raise her instead of giving her away.

Contains:

Story, Grammar, Language:


I plan to highlight at least one book a week. Is this something you are interested in reading? Do you have a book you would like me to highlight next week? If so, let me know in the comments below.

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