The California Center for the Book program for tweens, Caught in the Crossfire: Young People and War, was fairly well-attended, attracting 6 tweens & 1 ten-year old cousin.
CalBooks evaluation form Q&A:
Did you enjoy the Caught in the Crossfire discussion program? Why or why not?
"Yes, because I was able to say what I had accomplished reading. I would like to keep coming, because it's very interesting learning about people's thoughts." - Sarah Alejo, 11
"Yes, it was exciting and fun." - Lawon Carney, 11
"Yes, it was very opening and fun." Kristina Austin, 14
"It's good so far." - Jazmine, 14
"Ovcorce [sic] I enjoy it a lot. I love game night!" - Savannah A., 11
What do you think about the books that were chosen for the program? Were there any you really liked or disliked?
"This book." - Andy Moreno, entering 12th grade
"I don't like or understand books on war." - Sarah
