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[Janyaa]

I think Molly Fyde is a much easier and accessible book for a 10 year old. That series may meet with more success. I can see how it would also make a more empathetic read; especially when you take into account the female heroine.

I agree, that she would probably be fine reading Wool, but understanding some of the deeper meanings and metaphors may be more difficult. I grew up in a house where everything was a pun, metaphor or analogy, so it's hard for me to gauge. However, I think with a well led discussion, and properly directed questions, she could probably be taught to appreciate the nuances of the story. It may even open her eyes further to the use of double meanings and common threads/ themes throughout a book.

[christina]

After finishing the first Molly book and immediately starting the second I have to agree with you! I think she's going to love it!! She informed me today that she has to finish reading her Anne Frank book first though. I love that she loves books as much as I do!

[Rockinruby]

I'm a librarian, and I approve of Christina's message.

[christina]

Well...I gave her a choice between Molly and Wool...and she chose WOOL! I'll let you know how it goes!

[Randy]

Christina,
I too am an avid reader, and my wife is a recently retired grade school teacher. I have read all of the wool books, and in my humble opinion, they may be a little too much for a 10 year old.

Just my two cents.

[Lisa]

Christina,
I too am an avid reader, and my wife is a recently retired grade school teacher. I have read all of the wool books, and in my humble opinion, they may be a little too much for a 10 year old.

Just my two cents.

It depends on the maturity and sophistication of the reader in question. I read ahead of my grade level, and if I could manage "The Girl Who Owned a City" by myself in elementary school, then I think a precocious reader with Mom at her side can handle WOOL.

[Lisa]

And, oh my God, Watership Down in 7th grade.

[Rockinruby]

Ha! I read Watership Down in 7th Grade, too. And Lord of the Rings.
In Fifth Grade, I read The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich, but only because my parents told me I'd never get through it, so I felt it was my duty. :-D I don't know how much of it I really understood, but it as something I had to do.

[christina]

My grandmother introduced me to Stephen King when I was 11 and I haven't stopped reading since! She told me tonight when I told her it was bedtime that she was already hooked! Oh, and the questions started at dinner time....it's great! I look forward to our discussions about this wonderful story.

[Amazing Gracie]

Hi Christina, I agree with Janyaa about the Hunger games. You might also look into the Giver. My kids (I have three all grown up now) and they enjoyed reading. Still do.