Re: Has anyone read The Best Christmas Pageant Ever?

Candice Taylor

Posted on 11/10/09

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On 10/10/09, L.L wrote:
> On 10/03/09, CityTeacher wrote:
>> Hi!
>> I've read a few reviews and they all say to be careful with
>> the book, as it may have some inappropriate content. I'm
>> thinking about ordering enough copies for my entire class
>> (11 year olds)...It's an Accelerated Reader book on a 5.1
>> level.
>> Has anyone done any lessons using this book?
>> The reviews said the characters smoke and behave badly, but
>> I don't know who reviewed the book. I'd rather get a
>> professional opinion! :)
>
> Yes, I used this novel with 3rd graders. The naughty/wild
> children of one family are characterized as smoking and
> behaving badly.Their pranks and silliness are what make it
> funny. Read it and then decide if it is appropriate for your
> class. You know your community/parents best.

I read the book aloud to my 6th-graders (11-12 yrs. old.) The
language is a bit spicy in some places (2-3) but I skip those
words or say something else fitting but appropriate. I live in
Utah, and my students are from very conservative homes. The
book is well-worth reading -- good message, and thoughtful
passages.

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