What do we think of Jacqueline Woodson's Feathers?
On her fabulous new School Library Journalized blog, Fuse #8 talks about not really knowing what to do with this book. What do you think? Newbery worthy material? I thought the writing was beautiful, but everytime I go to talk about the book critically, words like "I loved..." start to come out of my brain and straight through my fingertips. Not very objective or very critical. Thoughts?
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"I loved it..." as well. It didn't stop me in my tracks, but it definately is simmering in my brain.
It pretty much stopped me in my tracks. I thought that the issues of prejudice, isolation, hope, faith, and renewal were all delicately woven through the text. The themes were suitable for a young audience, and I grew very interested in the characters. I also like the quiet but intense tone. I thought that the relatioinship between Frannie and Sean was very well done, and I also appreciated the role that language played in the story. Woodson packed a lot into a slim volume. Very nice.
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