The Giver Review

by Lois Lowry

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One of the best books my son and I have read!

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Pros

great re-read, thought provoking, different perspective, great to use for a writing project

Cons

none

JUN

2008

Wow! Lois Lowry is an awesome writer! The Giver takes a look at a Utopian society. Throughout the story, wonderful opportunities for discussion arise. My 10 yr. old son and I had many 30 minute or longer conversations about this book. It was part of his Reading curriculum in 5th grade. He kept a reading journal about the story, as did the other students in his class. He has reread it since the first reading. He has not done this with very many chapter books or novels! This book provokes thought and holds attention! Great read!

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CrystaBush wrote on Jun 10, 2008 at 9:39PM

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WOW, sounds cool! Anything that keeps a 10 year old's attention like that must be, right? Good job! :)

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Key Information	Authors Lois Lowry Fiction Genre Juvenile Fiction Fiction Subgenre • • Narrator Ron Rifkin
Book Editions	Book Editions PaperbackReprint180June 01, 1999Random House Childrens Books6.75"(h) x 4.25"(w) x 0.75"(d), 0.2 lbs.9780553571332
First Line	Publisher's Note It was almost December, and Jonas was beginning to be frightened.

The Giver Review

by Lois Lowry

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