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Morning Girl
(1992, Fiction - Historical Fiction, Written by Michael Dorris)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Lyrical historical fiction with a knockout punch.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Morning Girl
Parents need to know that this simple story, beautifully told, appeals to kids who like thoughtful character-based stories. This lyrical look at pre-Columbian Taino culture stresses the bonds of family and behavioral changes involved in growing up, and raises the issue of culture differences in a powerful way.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about point of view. Did you like hearing this story in the voices of two narrators? How are their perspectives different? A third perspective is introduced with the visitors in the final chapter. How does that point of view compare?
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Lives in MassachusettsI rate this title on for age 12 and give itMorning Girl
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i think it was a interesting book.
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