Divisions of Young People's Literature

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As a junior high librarian who serves only seventh and eighth grade students, I not only found this chapter informative, but also enlightening. Knowing how reading level and content or interest progresses is a valuable asset that solidifies credibility in the library and with patrons. I particularly found that catering to students within the middle grades, middle school grade age group, and lower levels of the young adult range can be rather tricky.  Students at my campus range from 12 - 14 years of age, and many selections that are written for this grade level and older will need my attention more than other age groups.  Because students tend to be interested in older age group content, these topics are particularly sensitive in the middle school age groups.

When I read selections geared toward young adults, content and language will be a big part of determining where they fit best in my collection and how they will benefit my students.

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