i think this book is the most greatest book ever made they made it so descriptive that it felt like i was there it was the most funniest and realistic book i have ever read and i read a lot of books i really like when Margret demands to see someone with a card to help her uncles with the work of art they did the parents might say no to this book cause it might say some bad words but kids can be mature and get past that part where it has them but i think this book would help people and try to help them like this book helped me to help others and not do something you don't want to do if it helps you, you should tell someone abot this book and you might help them P.S I REALLY LOVE THIS BOOK AND I THINK PARENTS SHOULD ALLOW YOU TO READ THIS BOOK AND IF THEY DON'T, SAY THEN READ IT WITH ME AND GET ANOTHER COPY BECAUSE YOUR KIDS REALLY NEED TO READ IT
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The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler Place
(2004, Fiction - Literary Fiction, Written by E. Konigsburg)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
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Girl fights to save her uncles' artistic towers.
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About The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler Place
Parents need to know that this is a paean to nonconformity and determined individuality. Not all parents may agree with the values being promoted here, and camp counselors may not appreciate the depiction of summer camp. But agree or disagree, there's a lot to discuss: what do we owe to ourselves and our groups, what is the place of obedience, how should one resist enforced conformity, what is the essence of neighborhood and of art, are there limits to individual property rights, and much more. Konigsburg doesn't hide her opinions, nor in either style or structure does she make things easy for the reader, so this is best for advanced discussion groups. Interested students may want to research the Watts Towers.
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- Families can talk about the notion of rules and obedience. What are some of the rules and laws addressed in the book, and how do they compare with those in our own society? Is it okay to bend or break a rule in order to express your individuality?
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I loved this book, one of my faves. It was empowering and humerus and many other things. :-)
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this book made me feel wonderful it's about kids can be powerful too .some adults didn't like it because the dog got drunk and there was a little cussing but THAT STUFF IS IN REAL LIFE be a big person and pretend not to notice it it's the perfect book for kids to feel wonderful
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