8.1.07 Caught in the Crossfire: Young People and War
A Book Club for Young Adults Sponsored by the California Center for the Book
Five young adults discussed Soldier's Heart and The Gadget. YAs also wrote haiku about war, to be compiled in a newsletter at the end of the summer.
CalBooks evaluation form Q&A:
Is this the first time you attended a book discussion at the library?
"Yes, but not the last." - John Kim, 17
Did you enjoy the Caught in the Crossfire discussion program? Why or why not?
"The discussion program was very enjoyable, because I gained a deeper insight of what others thought about war."
- Caren Chang, 17
"Yes, because it was fun talking about war." - Daisy, age 15
"It was a good discussion and kind of funny." - Claudio, age 14
"Love talking to others." - John
"Yes, because we get to talk about the books." - Linda
What do you think about the books that were chosen for the program? Were there any you really liked or disliked?
"They were hot." - John
Attached are pics from the book club and a very busy storytime craft, which teen volunteers helped to wrangle.
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