I fell that this book brought out the best of me. I think you will have a different aspect on life and how you feel about "different" people if you read this book. It helps you to "but yourself in their shoes". I love this book. The first book I have read and actually finished at the age of 17! haha
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What Child Is This? A Christmas Story
(2005, Fiction - Holiday, Written by Caroline Cooney)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8. -
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Foster child wishes for a family for Christmas.
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About What Child Is This? A Christmas Story
Parents need to know that this is a tearjerker. If you're not up for weeping over it with your child, best to trot out Night Before Christmas instead. There are some toy brands mentioned, there is some mild swearing, and Matt's mother is a drug addict. Also, characters don't believe in Santa.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the foster care system, and what it must be like to be a part of it. The book gives especially good insights into the thoughts and feelings of kids with no fixed home. Also, was Matt wrong to hang up Katie's wish? Was Liz's father right? How do the chapter titles -- lines from different carols -- enhance the story?
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- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
It's a great book to read for the season.
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this book is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!
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