I remember reading this book when it first came out - it was very
powerful.

Would it work if you stopped at the point where they are about to
enter the gas chamber? That could be a discussion time. Then
continue viewing the second day (after fast forwarding to an
appropriate point).

On 10/29/09, ~Teri wrote:
> If you have to ask, then it's not appropriate.
>
> I wouldn't appreciate you deciding to show a movie with
> implied nudity to my 6th grader. That is for the parent to
> decide.
>
> Unless you're teaching 'Intro to Film/Theater/Literature' to
> 6th graders, it's really not appropriate.
>
>
> On 10/29/09, BethAnn wrote:
>> Hi All,
>>
>> My kids and I have just finished reading "Devil's
>> Arithmetic." I would like to show the movie to them, but
>> there is one part I am a little concerned about.
>>
>> I am having trouble with where they go into the gas
>> chamber. They are forced to take their clothes off. The
>> women cover everything with their hands - it's waist up
>> only. But, you can certainly tell there are boobs under
>> their hands. In some parts, it's like all you don't see is
>> the nipple.
>>
>> So, can I fast forward this part and still be safe in
>> showing the movie? BTW, I teach 6th.
>>
>> Thanks!

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