In a time where published literature for YA is full of frivolous drama, character education titles are a welcome sight. Books like Bruiser by Neal Shusterman and We are all made of molecules by Susin Nielsen promote deep thought and a segway to deeper understanding of others.
In schools, we try to guide students towards good decision making, positive self-image and acceptance. Creating education can be incorporated into lit. circles, independent reading selections and/or as novels in the Language Arts curriculum. Books such as Wonder, by R.J. Palaccio, Candymakers by Wendy Mass, Fish in a tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt and Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea are great examples of Middle Grade books which are wonderful reads for any student.
As our students' world gets more complicated and parents have less time with their children to have those deep conversations, schools can broach the topics with stories that reflect on difficult moments in characters' lives and the choice they have to make.
Character ed. books are always a worthwhile addition to anyone's library.
Happy Reading!
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