Night the Bells Rang, The |
Publication Information
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Author: Kinsey-Warnock, Natalie |
Illustrator: Bowman, Leslie |
Title: Night the Bells Rang, The |
Date: 1991 |
Publisher: Cobblehill |
City: New York, NY |
ISBN, paperback: 0-525-65074-1 |
ISBN, hardback: |
Recommended audience:
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ABE/ABLE:
Yes |
ESOL:
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Family:
Yes |
Young Adult:
Yes |
Picture:
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General Information:
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Book Type(s):
fiction
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HSE Descriptor(s):
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Summary: |
This short novel (76 pages), told from the point of view of a farm boy, tells the story of Mason's struggles with a bully, and of his growing up. Although the book has the feel of a reminiscence, the emotions are complex and the characters ring true. |
Teaching Ideas: |
The syntax is easy without being childish; thus it would be appropriate for mid- to upper-level ABE classes. The teacher may want to read much of this book aloud, or ask students to take turns as well. The book provides plenty of room for discussion of characters, of motivations, of human interactions, and forgiveness. The book would fit well in a World War I unit, perhaps with Foreman's War Game or Wells' Waiting for Evening Star. Visiting one of the local apple cider mills in the fall or maple sugaring in the late winter would reinforce some of the descriptions. |
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