Book title: The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Author: Stephen Chbosky
| Bibliographic entry | Chbosky, S. (1999). The perks of being a wallflower. New York, NY: MTV Books. |
| Description | Charlie is a freshman in high school. He is dealing with the recent suicide of his friend Michael and changes in his family as his brother has left home to play college football. Charlie befriends a new group including Sam, a girl who Charlie quickly develops a crush on. |
| Reaction | Chbosky’s style is poetic and authentic as Charlie tells stories through letter writing. Charlie’s charming voice is honest to a fault and his tales of his teenage experimentation show his vulnerability. This is a must read. |
| Recommended age level | Intermediate/Senior |
| Subjects/themes | Identity quest, mental health, coming of age |
| Curriculum connections | Health and Physical Education: demonstrate the skills that enhance personal mental health |
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| Miscellaneous | A feature film of hte book is being released in 2012. |
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