Hi all,I don't consider myself a prude, or ultra conservative, but I was a little shocked by Reboot (Nutmeg Teen Nominee) when the author described the showers as being used for sex - basically recreational since she made it clear that humans connect sex and love, but Reboots don't. There are a few other mentions later in the book. I have no trouble with Wren and Callum kissing, but I felt that the description of the showers was really not necessary and offensive in a book for grades 7-8.
I have shown it to a few other people whose opinion I value and they agree this book is a better fit for high school. I am having a rough time picking YA books for this age group. I believe that discussing sexuality is fine, and kids having relationships if done well and not graphically is fine. I think learning to navigate both an emotional and physical relationship is important, and if done well (like FIOS, Laurie Halse Anderson, Sarah Dessen) is perfectly acceptable.
Thoughts?
Thanks,
Sue Crean
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Mrs. Sue Crean
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