The "Book Talk" novel I decided to review is, Seven Days by Eve Ainsworth. For those who are unfamiliar, this novel tackles that on-going issue of bullying within the schooling system and how the younger generation are too quick to judge each other. This is namely why I decided on this book because it can be relevant in a local school setting, or anywhere a teacher is placed outside Washington. Thinking as a teacher - this novel would offer many things to students. The idea that not everyone is the same, differences are indeed good. A controversy -mind you I haven't read the novel yet - could be if the main protagonist inflicts pain or death upon someone because the bullying pushed that person to the edge of breaking. Bullying is a serious issue and can limit a students potential to grow and succeed academically. This novel, Seven Days will shed some light on bullying as a whole and how as teachers we must acknowledge the behavior that connects with bullying to create a safe environment for all in-coming students.
Cheers.
Ryan
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