very intereasting boring in the beggining then it pick up to the climax then went back to the falling point
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Across Five Aprils
(1964, Fiction - Historical Fiction, Written by Irene Hunt)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11. -
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Common Sense says
This historical tale is captivating and memorable.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 11 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Across Five Aprils
Parents need to know that this beautifully written and heart-rending story effectively depicts the suffering caused by war.
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- Families can talk about living in a time of war. How is public opinion a factor in the war? What about in the Creightons' community? Has your life been affected by war?
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- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
perfect for kids 11 and up
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
Good book for Middle Schoolers
It gives you a good taste of what the Civil war was like.
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
terrible book
I hated this book i had to read it for a book report and i fell asleep in every chapter im not even kidding. i DO NOT recommend this book for any person dead or alive
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
The History in this book was amazing!!
I loved the history in this book. It showed all the battles and the Generals!!!!!!!!!! Irene Hunt did a fantastic job telling about the history!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
The History in this book was amazing!!
I loved the history in this book. It showed all the battles and the Generals!!!!!!!!!! Irene Hunt did a fantastic job telling about the history!!
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