I hated this book. I read it to my students because it was recommended here and I made a mistake. I hated it. It was age-inappropriate for 9-year-olds and was confusing to them. It also has curse words in it!
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The Eyes of Kid Midas
(2004, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Neal Shusterman)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
One of the most exciting fantasy-adventures ever.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 9 and Up
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Eyes of Kid Midas
Parents need to know that among issues of power and wishes lurks a hidden metaphorical theme: The entire progress of the glasses' hold on Kevin exactly parallels the course of drug addiction and withdrawal.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the addictive nature of the glasses. What are some of the early warning signs that the glasses might be more trouble than they're worth? Why doesn't Kevin pay more notice to the problems with the glasses? What would you wish for if you had the glasses? Do you think you would handle them differently than Kevin did?
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- I rate this title off for age 12 and give it
This book is written for middle schoolers...
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Very Thought Provoking!
Very deep, probably hard to understand for younger readers.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
A Great Book
Th Eyes of Kid Midas is a wonderful book, though iffy in its portrayment of violance and greed. It does in a way teach a valuble lesson and I urge people of all ages to go out and read this very entertaining book.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
i torn it
Great A+ Best ever
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