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From: Karen Grayson <dyrewolf>
Date: Sun, 07 Nov 1999 13:53:01 -0500
This was sent to me by a colleague who is not a subscriber to ccbc-net
(time restraints), but is interested in the Harry Potter discussion. Karen Grayson Ward School New Rochelle, NY
I began my year reading Harry Potter to grades 4 and 5 and the students were mesmerized. They loved everything, from Cousin Dudley to friendly Hagrid. The mixture of fantasy and reality is a key appeal. However, the book is so well written, with complex sentence structure, that it does not serve as a good "read aloud." It is definitely an independent reading book. The graphics are an important component of the story, especially THE HOWLER, and they need to be visualized. Also, it is difficult to pronounce the complex fantasy names. Basically, I devote one lunch period a week to Harry Potter, as a book club. There we read annd share our favorite parts, or review confusing sections. I would not worry about children learning any bad habits or poor morals. Children have an uncanny sense for appreciating good literature, and we should accord them that respect. I see no cause for concern with Harry Potter, least of all the ludicrous connection with witchcraft and occultism.
Gail Guttman Ward School New Rochelle, NY
Received on Sun 07 Nov 1999 12:53:01 PM CST
Date: Sun, 07 Nov 1999 13:53:01 -0500
This was sent to me by a colleague who is not a subscriber to ccbc-net
(time restraints), but is interested in the Harry Potter discussion. Karen Grayson Ward School New Rochelle, NY
I began my year reading Harry Potter to grades 4 and 5 and the students were mesmerized. They loved everything, from Cousin Dudley to friendly Hagrid. The mixture of fantasy and reality is a key appeal. However, the book is so well written, with complex sentence structure, that it does not serve as a good "read aloud." It is definitely an independent reading book. The graphics are an important component of the story, especially THE HOWLER, and they need to be visualized. Also, it is difficult to pronounce the complex fantasy names. Basically, I devote one lunch period a week to Harry Potter, as a book club. There we read annd share our favorite parts, or review confusing sections. I would not worry about children learning any bad habits or poor morals. Children have an uncanny sense for appreciating good literature, and we should accord them that respect. I see no cause for concern with Harry Potter, least of all the ludicrous connection with witchcraft and occultism.
Gail Guttman Ward School New Rochelle, NY
Received on Sun 07 Nov 1999 12:53:01 PM CST
