***Fan Question*** Violence vs. ….Violence?
“Mom, MOM!!!” I whine as she my mother takes my book away. “I am not allowing you to read this book.” She response back. “But why?” I sit there with my arms crossed in complete protest. ”Because it’s way too violent. I am not allowing you to read a book about kids killing kids.” she states with her back turned to me not caring about how much I protested. So just for added effect I throw in my pouty face and respond, “but it’s not JUST about violence. It’s about survival. Besides what is the difference between me reading a book about fictional violence and watching non-fictional violence on the news or TV shows?” Her simple response, “I am your mother, I make the rules. You can read the book when you are 18 and out of my house.” She never really answered my question…
This was a real conversation I (Summer) had with my mother back in 2003 when I was reading Lord of the Flies by William Golding. If you haven’t read the novel it is about a group of children, below the age of 13, who get stranded on an island after their airplane crashed. The boys in turn go through different situations all to try to survive on this island. It became one of TIME magazines 100 best english language novels from 1923-2005. It is also on the ALA’s Banned and Challenged book list along with The Hunger Games. All this is to lead into our Fan Question of the Week:
“What is the difference between reading about fictional violence and seeing non-fictional violence on TV (news, documentaries, etc)? And why do you think some parents aren’t allowing their children to read the Hunger Games? Do you think it is the whole kids killing kids, or is it more than that?”
Post your answers in the comments below. Remember to be respectful of other people’s views and opinions. If you want to strike up a debate do it tactfully and with respect. Besides we are all in this fandom TOGETHER! 
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I personally don’t think kids should read THG. It’s too mature. What’s really graphic on TV? The news doesn’t show dead bodies or even go into that much detail as to how a person died. In THG, not only is the violence an issue (honestly it’s a small one), but there is so much more going on that I don’t beleive kids can understand. They have fun with the Peeta vs. Gale and they pretend to play THG. It’s not fun. Why do you want to live or pretend to live in a world where you are forced to kill or be killed? I think parents should allow their kids to read it depending on their maturity level, not age. If one is mature enough to read it, then let them. But parents should also read the series before hand so that they may answer questions their kids may have. And besides, THG is about way more than violence and even more than survival. And PS, shooting your mom the pouty face doesn’t exactly scream mature, does it?
Ha! When i shot my mother that pouty face I was 16. I am now 26 and thought the response was relevant to what teenagers actually do nowadays. Now with children of my own I know why that face didn’t work.
Ok Rachel, kill the fun. It’s a book! The idea behing it all is a girl trying to survive even though shee is surrounded by a government that is pretty cruel and stupid. It’s fun to read. It has more entertainment than Mary had a little lamb! For goodnest sake lighten up. There are plenty of stories in the news about kids killing kids. Why not in a book. It’s fun. Deal with it. Who cares about maturity. Yeah it’s up to the parents if they will let thier kids read it but answer my questionss, will ya.
1.Have you ever read the HG
2.Did you parents not let you read them because they though you weren’t mature enogh
and 3.How the heck are you even posting comments because it sure seems like you hate the HG right now
I am no trying to be rude but TAKE A CHILL PILL!
Yes, and pretty much each of those books about kids killing each other are read in school, not because they’re fun, but because you can learn something about human nature and government from them. And I’m killing the fun because I think it’s sick that kids play Hunger Games on Tumblr and pretend they’re slaughtering their friends? Okay, yes. Of course. That’s perfectly alright. Because for years kids played the Lottery and Lord of the Flies. No. They are promoting this book as a kids book when it’s NOT. It is too mature for kids and this is proven by the fact that don’t grasp anything from it but “Oh, let’s go ‘kill’ Johnny!” Or “Oh, I want to marry Peeta!” or “Ew, no! Gale all the way!” Yes. Of course. Because books are only meant for entertainment. Not for education. Don’t tell me you have never taken anything away from what a book you’ve read. And some books are too mature for kids to read. THG is one of them. If they can’t grasp the real point behind them, they shouldn’t read them. And it’s not like I said no one under {insert age here} could read them. But seriously, parents need to have a say in what their kids read. If they don’t think they’re mature enough to handle, then TOUGH. That’s the parent’s right. Look, you’re entitled to your opinion. But I do not agree with you. My kids will read THG one day. But not until they’re old enough to take more away from it than “I want to join the Hunger Games!” or “One day, I hope to find my Peeta!”
Rachel, I completely agree with you. I recognize the fact that, yes, the Hunger Games are a violent book series. And parents should most certainly have a say in what their children read; they are the parents! And you make an excellent point; maturity over age. If all you can take out of the Hunger Games is ” OMG PEETA is lik so HOT!!!”, then you shouldn’t read them. However, if you truly take something out of it, and are mature enough to understand it; read it! I love the Hunger Games more than any old (Insert male HG character’s name here) fan; simply because I can understand and enjoy the books on an entertaining and educational level
That being said, I might be slightly mature for my age. After all, most twelve- year-olds don’t enjoy the things I do. Or have acceptable grammar. Or.. Yeah, shall we just disregard the fact that I am a normal twelve-year-old?
Apologies; I might have gotten slightly off track. Where were we? Oh yes, The Hunger Games! I really and truly believe that if you want to read them (parents approving, of course) you can. However, I also believe that if you want to call yourself a true fan, you must understand the books first.
Cheers!
-Anna
Oh yes. Did I mention that I’m twelve? I think I did. Not quite positive though. Actually, I know I mentioned it; I just don’t know if that was actually clear in my above post or not..
But yes, there are those immature twelve-year-olds out there who are IN LOVE (I use the term loosely) with Justin Bieber, obsessed with everything “trendy”, and simply CANNOT LIVE (yet again, another loosely used term) without a cell phone.
I guess, since I either don’t like or don’t have these things, that makes me a freak, right? Of course it does. I’m not normal. I actually do well in school and no how 2 spel (sic, sic, sic, and sic)
So, if you are MATURE enough to read this, and are twelve, go right ahead! If you’re one of… THOSE (refer to above) girls, stay out of my Hunger Games!
Cheers- again.
-Anna
I have two problems.
One: An obsession with grammar, spelling; anything English related, really.
Two: An obsession with The Hunger Games
It has gotten to the point where I have read each Hunger Games book twenty times. I’ve already seen the movie six times now, too.
I recently read the HG series again ( I first read them when they came out.. A few years ago. Since then I have read them repeatedly; even read them twice in once month!) and I actually found myself correcting grammar that didn’t seem right, and thinking of better ways she could have worded something
-Anna
Oh my gosh! I’m fourteen and have been just like you my whole life. I’m really obsessive about spelling, grammar, and all other English things, and also The Hunger Games. I read them when they first came out, and have been a fan since then. But I love the symbolism, and it shows how humans would act in a state of nature. Even though I have fun sometimes and say “I LOVE PEETA!” or “FINNICK IS AMAZING!” I still take into consideration the meaning of the story. I’m also a writer, and hope to get published someday, so I can really appreciate this stuff. I totally agree with Anna, and I do see what everyone else means too.
Oh, and PS, I’m 18. I can read what I want. Second, I love the Hunger Games. Where on earth in my first comment did you get that I hate THG? Honestly, they are some of the greatest contemporary books I have ever read! (And believe me, I’ve read a lot.) I greatly respect the books and Suzanne Collins. But just because I don’t think 12 years should read them, doesn’t mean I hate them. I also don’t think a 12 year old should read Frankenstein. That’s one of my favorite books. But you have to read something when you’re old enough to understand it. Not just because all of your friends are reading it. I’m honestly not trying to be mean. I’m just trying to get my point across.
Honestly, I’m feeling bad about how I responded. I’m always really hasty in my responses and it’s get me into trouble and arguments. Please ignore the sarcasm and just read my points please.
Honestly Rachel, I think you need to realize that twelve year olds should be able to make their own decisions. It would help help with making the right decisions when they are older. If you haven’t noticed, the book is also fiction, which means none of it is true. It’s all fun and games ok?? Lighten up a little bit. you obviously are a control freak and want everything your way. I know you are just trying to get your point across, but you could at least see how others think. Oh, and did I mention I’m 12??? And by the way, just because you are 18 doesn’t mean you can tell people what they can and can’t read.
sorry about the harsh words, but I was just trying to get my point across. and I didn’t mean to call you a control freak I just hate it when people underestimate 12 year old’s ability to make their own decisions. Parents take note!!!
Ok, I’m a kid (relatively) and I still agree with Rachel here. Parents control what their kids do and read because they know what their kids can handle. I’m not saying parents are always right, because I have friends who would totally love and understand the Hunger Games, and their parents still say no. I do think kids should learn to make their own decisions, and usually with books and things, they can. It’s just occasionally when parents know that they’ll make a bad choice that will harm them that they should and will step in.
Also, I’m not really talking about the Hunger Games anymore (even though that’s kind of the point of this website, sorry.) This is more of a general thing. I honestly don’t think Hunger Games is as bad as certain other books I/or a friend have read.
You’ll be able to make your own decisions when your old enough, i’m not going to give you an estimate of when that is going to happen because i dont know how old you are or how mature you are budd.
To mature. Hmm. Well it was very highly violent but if you can handle violence at that level you should be able to read this book. I love the book. There is a lot of graphics on TV, its not even funny and that is real life! It is about survival. You should seriously, Rachel, read the book again.
I do see that parents mean, it is a thriller book. Kids killing kids is nothing to be proud. But it happens in real world either, in the developing countries. TV now is full of horror movies, news are a peace of lie. It is good that parents are worried, but as Rachel said it so much depends on maturity level. This book is exactly what is happening in our world and for many kids it is really too deep to understand all the meanings. Still I do think that it does not bring the ugly side in the child if he is smart for his age. Parents should discuss with children this issue or discuss the book together after reading to see how the child is seeing it.
I totally agree with you and the what you said about parent discussing with tehir kids about these things. There is so much bad things in the world we are living in and the fact is life isn’t fair. I would like to my kids to be aware of that and apreciate the good things we have i our lives.
I think the certain line is crossed when killing other people becomes “cool” and the difference between real life and fiction is obscured. I mean The Hunger Games is a story about survival, relationships, overcoming injustice, losing someone you love and so much more, but some people might see it differently even when it’s not ment that way.
I would never forbid The Hunger Games from my kids (even though i so far have none..) because it’s so important story to be told.
The Hunger Games changed my life.
i have exactly the same opinion as you! i read it when it came out, and i was nine, so i am really young to read all three. i’m twelve now, and i think that it depends on the maturity of the person who reads it.
Honestly there is no difference only that some kids like the fictional things more than nonfictional violence. What some hasn’t even thought to occur is that this book (referring to the Hunger Games) could actually happen if all elements of earth just collide to destroy the country. It maybe be the Apocalypse but know one is really sure about that. I wouldn’t want to live in a world of kids killing each other but I do like reading about it its just about how good the tension is. In nonfictional violence they don’t have that tension they just get to the point. There is really nothing to be worried about for the book because they point it out the Hunger Games is wrong sport from a cruel capitol and really who would like to live in that world? And we already live in a world where people kill others just not as much. We just need to worry what happens now there no harm in fictional things really.
Most times parents are trying to shield their kids from mature or disturbing themes, which I think is instinctive in everybody! However, we often don’t give kids enough credit: learning about the world is necessary and won’t “break” them, actually I believe fictional worlds are a better place to start. Once you know that people kill each other, for real, every day, any objection to reading THG is moot in my eyes. Violence is violence, and more importantly, it is real.
It seems more strategic to use THG for a discussion of why violence happens, why it’s wrong (or is it always?)etc. Even the fact that they *want* to read it is enough to start a discussion. For sure parents need to stay on top of what their kids read and make sure they understand it at their level and don’t get the wrong message. But I’m not sure maturity is an issue, they will grasp it more completely when reading it again a few years afterwards and that’s okay. I read His Dark Materials when I was 9 and let me tell you I didn’t fully get some of the concepts. But I read on and I still loved it.
I think some parents object to the romance element though, more than the violence. I strongly disagree with that as there is little of it in the books, and feel it’s an insult to their kids’ minds and imaginations to think that because a 16-year-old fictional girl feels a certain way, they have to do too. And what if they did? That, for one, is normal and natural, unlike violence. Plus Katniss is a pretty tame 16-year-old, if I wanted any role model for my kids in the boy department!
Sorry for the novel, I think I overthink things :s
I’m 12 years old and I think the hunger games is perfect for kids our age. HG gives off a strong message, it’s message isnt that you should go out and kill kids. Suzzane Collins wrote the series to show kids a safer violents and to help them learn about life. My teacher read the books and we talk about them in class.
YES I AGREE WITH U MRS MELLARK WE DO TOO.
If what I said doesn’t make sense it is because I am no good with words so when I write something it comes out complex always has been for me.
It really depends on the maturity of the reader. It doesn’t matter the age, THG is a mature book and it is OKAY for mature readers to enjoy it. Kids can read it all they want as long as they know the full message, and that it is make believe stuff. Honestly, parents never look past the violence of the books to see the really good messages that it teaches. Some of the messages we might not get to use in everyday life, but Katniss is a courageous character that might even spark courage in your child if they ever get bullied at school or a loved one dies. Just consider both sides of the story.
As a mother and a daughter I know that just because you are band from something doesn’t mean you are not going to see, hear, or read it elsewhere. I prefer my kids explore and come to me with their inquiries. My Mom was really good about warning about what I was reading and what the potential consequences could be. I didn’t heed her warning once and then never again.
Having said that, I feel there is a difference and it is hard to explain. Violence on TV really leaves nothing to the imagination and though it can be its own kind of disturbing it is often fictional and can be explained and understood. I think many of us can understand how when you read something, sometimes it consumes our thoughts and often what we imagine can exceed the truth. When you see a documentary or other non -fictional violence it is learning. Reading fiction is entertainment and though I would recommend this book to anyone but there is something disturbing about telling someone to enjoy reading about brutal killings.
I love the hunger games series. I am also a mother of a 5 and 2 year old girls, I dont hide the real world from them. I believe making them aware of what is out there will keep them safe. I will be reading it to my 5 year old this summer. She hears me and my husband mom and my best friend talking about it and wants in on the discussion too. I know she will not understand several aspects of it but I think its good to get her mind thinking about how the world really is. The book is so much more than killing.
i agree i am reading it to my younger sister but she really dosnt get it. mabye because shes 6
Ithink you should let your kids read the Hunger games. Obviously not when they’re like five or seven but when they;re an old ten or past. I loved the hunger games and it didn’t spook me. It teaches people about how much they should value life because it can take a turn any moment.
Ha! I could literally write my OWN book on the subject of banned books. It’s just so unbelievable that it’s even a question– censorship should not exist in a “free” country like America, or anywhere else, really. Obviously, don’t give the Hunger Games to a 2nd grader, not like they could read it, anyway. But when your child is ready, he or she will start exploring things on their own and there’s nothing you can do as a parent but be supportive and engaging.
I grew up in a house where nothing was banned. It wasn’t over the top– but if I had questions about things, my mom would help me out, not hide anything. I grew up a smart, responsible, and independent young woman because of that fact. All the kids I knew whose parents “banned” things from them– video games, MTV, even the radio– well, guess what they did the second they got the tiniest bit of freedom? They went totally bonkers. It’s just not a smart move. They’re going to discover things on their own, and it will be a lot worse– believe me. Kids can’t be shielded forever, and they are all A LOT smarter than most of their parents want to believe.
Violence exists in the world– this will never go away. But I can’t think of a better tool to teach your kids the virtues of compassion, love, and sacrifice than a book like the Hunger Games? Katniss is the ultimate superhero for young girls and boys. Anyone who doesn’t get that, clearly has no clue what the story is about.
im 11 so i dont have say so but i dint even ask my mom my techer started reading it in class and i got adictid. i hunger games rocks
What grade are you in? I’m sorry but your grammar is terrible.
People are sissy today in America. It’s like get over it people die in bad ways. It’s best to read it while your young to understand.
I agree. You can’t hide everyone from the truth.
your completly rite! its not fair
I am 14 and read the THG about a year ago I am mature for my age but I don’t think that plays a major part in reading these books. I mean of course you have to be a certain maturity to understand the fullness of all the messages. Each age group takes something different from it. I mean if someone has picked up THG they obviously have some sort of knowledge of what it is about (even before the movie I knew what I was reading) and can make the decision as to whether or not one will take the right messages out of it.
Another thing is that if a parent banns something from their kids, the kids are going to do everything they can to get their hands on said item, or at least most kids will. I think that a parent should go with kids when they go to buy a book. I know my parents used to but know they trust my judgement, yet they still check my books when I buy them.
It is up to the individual family situation and there are many factors into this but that is my opinion….sorry if I offended anyone.
WELL I THINK IT IS REALLY GOOD BUT SOME PEOPLE MAY THINK ITS TO GROWN UP SO THATS WHY THEIR PARENTS TAKE THE BOOK AWAY BUT ITS SO ADICTIVE SUZANNE COLLINS IS SUCH A GREAT WRITER.
DONT U AGREE?
I actually like violent, disturbing, graphic books that aren’t “politically correct”.
I’m 12 and i read and then re-read THG. I had no clue about the books until the movie came out. I saw the movie and fell in love with Katniss and her story of survival and how corageous(sp?) she is. It made me stronger and in some ways it’s more than a few books. They helped me accept that yes people do get killed in real life and these things happen. it also made me appreciate what i’ve got. I never knew books could move me so much. Suzanne Collins is amazing.
The movie only debuted in April, the last book came out in 2010, you haven’t read the books, and it’s inspired you this much? I’m sorry, but I don’t really believe that you got all of that out of an over 2 hour movie. The movie, while I loved it, has nothing on the book(s). I highly recommend you read them before seeing the rest.
*Courageous
err yes i’ve read all the books twice each i probably didnt make it very clear though, sorry my bad but anyway my point is that it may effect people in different ways. it effected me in a positive way but it’s not right for parents to sheild their children from the real world.
and i totally agree with you, the movie’s nothing compared to the books
I hate how all the twelve-year-olds on here are giving other twelve-year-olds a bad name with their atrocious grammar/ spelling >.<
I could agree with most of all of you that it is partly good for younger people to read the Hunger Games. But the Hunger Games is not all about killing one another to the death it also talks about how corrupt a country can be (including everyother country nowadays), how to survive in situations but not all of them. It can also talk to you about how to step up and take command of the siuation.
And for all those people who dont spell words correctly, you better learn quick and locked in your brain because one day people arent going to learn how to spell.
I’m 14 and am obsessed with THG…I just recently read the books in February (And have since read them again three times…)and think they are the best ever! They are so well-thought up and point out really good points (if that even makes sense… haha) and ARE true to what our real world could someday turn into. I first heard about the books from a friend,read one chapter online and became instantly drawn to the plot. I waited a few days before asking my mom if I could buy all three books to read. My mom says I’m extremely mature for my age (ughh,does that sound stuck-up?) and said I could read them but she was curious about the plot,and when I told her I think it kinda shocked her hah…but when I got a copy of the book she said it did sound interesting and “educational” so she got me all three. I finished them all within a few days and then she wanted to read them and then SHE became obsessed (not quite like me though…lol) and even took me to see the movie six times!!
Overall I think Hunger Games is a really special book,to me at least anyway,cause I can relate a lot to Katniss (my dad died when I was twelve) and I was immediately drawn in by her independent streak. I’m not a fan of romance books (twilight,blah) but I think the amount put into these books was just enough,and more so of “life or love” instead of JUST a romance…
I don’t think anyone under eleven should read the books,as sometimes the violence does get to be a little much (Like in Mockingjay) but since the book is meant for teens,I don’t see why anyone twelve and over woudln’t read the books,fall in love with them,and become a true fan!
I definitely think this is a book that reads different to young people and older people. a younger person may read it as a survival book, an older person may appreciate it as a satire. That being said, I did recently have a conversation with a 16 year old who’s mother would not allow him to see the movie specifically because “kids are killing other kids” and he was disapointed because he pointed out, that does happen, it happens in gangs, it happens in the news. I was reading stephen king by middle school and had read/watched “A Clockwork Orange” by sixteen, at the INSISTANCE of my parents. I had read “Lord of the Flies” long before then and my reaction was normal, it was HORRIFYING to see the easy decline of these children, while at the same time it showcases human nature. There is nothing wrong with parents setting limits. There is something wrong wtih underestimating the intelligence of children. How can some people let their kids watch horror films in the theatre but balk at movies like “Bully” which is a documentary about children telling their experiences at being bullied? It had to fight and cut content to receive a PG13 rating, just so the kids it was talking about can see it? how is something they LIVE EVERY DAY a higher rating than can be shown? I guess that is the question isn’t it? how can REAL LIFE be rated higher than books or movies that are based on human nature? how is one worse than the other? wouldn’t real life seem MORE horrifying? There is also an article that points out that most (not all) banned books are written by women or minorities… which begs a different question about pushing boundaries. Most of the books that seem to make people uncomfortable definitely push boundaries. (see link below)
http://www.themarysue.com/ala-banned-books-2011-women-authors/
I can see a parent not wanting their children to read these books at a young age. But it’s definetly n eye opening story. I think it is a necessary read. People keep thinking that this book is glamourizing killing, but it’s not. It is showing the harsh reality of death and war.
I can see a parent not wanting their children to read these books at a young age. But it’s definetly an eye opening story. I think it is a necessary read. People keep thinking that this book is glamourizing killing, but it’s not. It is showing the harsh reality of death and war.
Good Lord. I love it when people start wigging out over books. Anyone who thinks that the HG series will warp the fragile little mind of their children is simply delusional. Your kids are already being twisted in 1,000 different directions by watching things like Jersey Shore, or even listening to other kids TALK about it. They are being told what beauty means by 1,000 different sources, and there’s not a thing you can do to stop it. The only way to make sure a kid grows up with some moral and ethical reference points is to TALK TO THEM ABOUT WHAT THEY SEE AND READ. I’m not saying parents shouldn’t exert some control, but to get excited about a book with so many great messages is really over the line.
I teach HG to my middle school students – and they love it. I won’t pretend the violence isn’t an intriguing factor for kids – it is. So I’ll happily use that to draw them into the story and then hit them with the important questions about why Capitol citizens consider violence entertainment, and what parallels we can draw to our own real lives. This helps kids to think about what they see on TV. The books also encourage people to stand up for what they know is right, even against a more powerful institution. I could go on and on about what the book teaches. Why isn’t it a basic expectation that parents will discuss these things with their kids and encourage them to ponder these issues? If you think your kid won’t “get it,” why can’t you HELP them get it? My students love me for this, and funny enough, I have zero behavior problems in a class full of kids previously labeled as disruptions and “bad” kids.
I am 13 and read the books when I was 11 or 12, I can’t remember. I admit that I did and still do have dreams where I get reaped and then in the final battle I walk in slow motion, hair flying and arms covered in blood and mud with me holding an ax, looking all bad ass and invincible. I am actually pretty mature and have read a ton of college level books that most people go back and read after they graduate. I do agree that you really shouldn’t read books that need some maturity to understand if your not mature, but I don’t agree with the whole ” parents-don’t- scar-your-children-with-violent-books”. My parents don’t really censor my reading material, unless its really sexually explicit. This has actually helped in school, especially in social studies. I know what’s going on in the world and I know that people make children murder their families and join rebel armies. I know that men take women hostage and force them into prostitution. I do agree that unless you have the maturity to understand that violence isn’t awesome and cool, you shouldn’t read books that have a lot of graphic violence. I also find it ironic that parents won’t let their kids read the hunger games, and yet they let them play war games and let them watch movies with insane amounts of blood and gore.
Im 11 and i read the hunger games so i imagine you sould be allowed
I have read the books and im only 11. I started reading the books when i was 10 years old. In grade 5 we read the book and it took me 3 days 2 read all of the books. Ive played the hunger games with my brothers. I have dreams about it i am violent at home. I wanna learn how 2 do arcbery and knife throwing.
yea im 11 and i read THG and i have dreams that im katniss and all that .my friend is a 3 grader and read it . i adore the hunger games . me and my friend Zach plays hunger games all the time i have fake trowing knives,bow and arrow (we never use my real one),sword , spire and all that . my teacher talks almost everyday about the hunger games . if the kid can handle it without being scared or have nightmares than he/she can read it. or if they have nightmares really easy than wait . im waiting untill the hunger games movie comes out so i can see it with my 3 grader friend in the light at my house, because in the theater its pitch black almost . so if they can handle they can handle the book. i rest my case
well at the end of the day its each to there own if a parent desides they dont want there child reading about voilence its fair enough but i think it realy dependes on the age and matureity of the child in question i am a child and i found the hunger games an amazing read ! and the voilence isant what makes it so great there is mutch more to the hunger games than volience and it tells a good story that everyone can conect to i allso think if the parents bothered to read the book themselves they would definatley let there child read it as it is so good ! i read it before my mother and she is begging me to let her read it before i lend it to my other friend my head teacher is allso reading it and my grandmar and aunti
I’m 11 ( but in high School after summer i skipped 2 grade) and i understood the book,i get the fact that the games r way more than just ooh i’m gonna kill u, oh yeah i won! It’s way more than a rébellion entertwined with with a love Story. Most of it is psychological, the government isn’t just evil and stupid like the dumb monsters in tv shows, so i think that if ou read the first book and ou get more than just gale and katniss should Be together or go away gale peeta is with katniss ont u! Ou should read the séries if not , wait a while
first off i am a hardcore fan of the seires so of coarse i think this book is appropriate (i am 12) although i understand why some parents might feel these books are too violent but i also think that before they tell their child that they can not reaad the books they should read it first because while the setting of the story is the games where children well.. die that is not the story it is about katniss and realtionship with peeta and her fight against the capitol!!!!!! not death!! yes its sad and yes maybe a little violent and maybe it takes a higher reading level to see past that… katniss also has amazing role model qualities like her strength bravery and the fact that she holds her ground for something she believes in!!! i love katniss! and THG!!!!