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Title: NOT a children's book.
Review: There was a reviewer who was a bit critical of this book, stating that it was not an appropriate read for young children. S/he was ABSOLUTELY correct: allegories are for older children (middle school-high school) and adults. I was dismayed that s/he gave it such a low rating due to this, though, instead of rating the book itself.This book is a GREAT way to introduce the concept of allegories to your older children or students. I'm a high school teacher (I teach 9th-12th) and have used it with my freshmen to my seniors. Not only that, but it's a great introduction to discuss prejudice (and how forming prejudiced ideas can lead to bigger things such as genocide), a Holocaust unit, etc.I highly recommend this book for older students and adults. Very sobering, but it will lead to making great connections and discussion.
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