Readability: 5 The language wasn't too hard to follow. There are some words that American readers might need to look up (Australian colloquialisms).
Teachability: 7 This is a really good book for teaching flashbacks, foreshadowing chronological order, and sub-plot. To teach this book I would ask that students identify parts of the book that are flashbacks, foreshadows, and sub-plot elements. I wouldn't include chronological order in that activity. It would get too complicated. I think both activities though could be done in their journals (if they have them). That would be a good place for them to practice citing pages without the stress of a grade for it. (Suggested grade level: 9-12)
Did I like it?: Yes, after a while. It was a little hard to get into but once I did, I liked it a lot. There is a lot going on in the story, and a lot of pieces to put together.
Summary: Taylor Markham was abandoned by her mother on Jellicoe Road when she was little. She goes to the Jellicoe school, now, where she and her school mates battle for territory with the townies and the cadets. On top of the territory wars Taylor has to deal with her feelings about her mother and haunting memories from her past.
Recommended for: Mostly girls because of the perspective, but boys might like it too. The emotional journey is universal.
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