i read this book in school, and i saw the words a**, b**** twice. i didn't believe it.
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Sahara Special
(2003, Fiction - School, Written by Esme Codell)
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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
A lovely, moving book about a student and teacher.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 9 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Sahara Special
Parents need to know that there's nothing of concern but plenty to talk about in this story of a girl who gets much-needed help from an unconventional teacher.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about Miss Pointy's unconventional style, Sahara's way of dealing with her problems, the rather negative view of school counselors and special education teachers, and lots more. Because there's so much to talk about, this would be a great book for school and parent/child literature groups.
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Lives inI rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itOkay
Lives in New YorkI rate this title on for age 10 and give itThe story of a sad and happy girl
i think i really liked this book but it was type boring and had way too much detail this book takes place in Chicago in several different places the main character is Sahara.
- Lives in VermontI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
An amazing, touching book
This book was just amazing. I had a clear picture of what was going on during the story. I felt like I was the one dealing with Sahara's problems, instead of her. I too, had a stong love for Miss. Pointy, and my heart also reached out to Daryl! A must read for anyone 9 and up!
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- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
a great book (so far)
I am currently reading Sahara Special and I think it's awsome!I am in the 6th grade and it's a great book!I'm doing a report on it!
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