Shining On: 11 Star Authors' Illuminating Stories
(2007, Fiction - Short Stories, Written by Lois Lowry)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Loosely themed short stories from popular authors.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 13–15
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What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Shining On: 11 Star Authors' Illuminating Stories
Parents need to know that, while there's nothing graphic, there are lots of sexual references, including a homosexual teen, French-kissing, and a boy who keeps asking a girl to "touch it."
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the trials and tribulations of their own growing up. Are there any stories here that especially resonate with you? Do you recognize any of your friends in the stories? Teens may need some help with the British words, and may be inspired to try writing their own story of adolescent challenges.

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