The darker side of HP

[selah_1977]

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From: selah_1977
Subject: Re: The darker side of HP
Reply To: [Yahoo! #6669] Re: The darker side of HP
Date: 8/12/00 10:06 am  (ET)

By: Cepheus42
Date: 8/11/00 11:12 pm

<<<If you feel like counting The Hobbit, then one could make the case
for Tolkien's 3 (4) book series being just such an example. The Hobbit
is generally easier reading, less dark and dreadful and more suited for
younger children. The Lord of the Rings trilogy is definitely something
they would graduate to when they get older.<<<<<

You were most likely an 11 year old who read above grade level. I'm
almost certain that the Lord of the Rings series is at reading level
7.5 or higher. I've never seen Tolkien on any reading list below seventh
grade. Harry and the other series I mentioned are a couple of grades lower
(I think). Again, I'll check on Monday when the conference resumes.

Parental discretion is the key. From the looks of it, 11 year olds
enjoyed GoF, and are able to handle the themes.

Ebony AKA AngieJ