The Giver

by: Lois Lowry
Published by: Dell Laurel-Leaf
Copyright 1993

Summary: At age 12, a young boy learns about truth and life's pleasures from the giver.

Strengths: It is an extremely enticing novel. When I picked it up, I basically judged this book by its cover: I did not think I would enjoy this but it is one of my favorites now! It relates well with us by using the main character around the age in which is appropriate for readers of this book.

Concerns: There are some dark images at parts which could become too graphic for children.

Age level: Middle

Classroom Use: Teaches about the pleasures of life and what it has to offer us. It also explains the importance of being truthful.