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Anne of Green Gables
Book (2012)
A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021) Anne Shirley is unforgettable, and this beautifully packaged edition of L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel is as memorable as its heroine.When Anne Shirley arrives at Green Gables, she surprises everyone: first of all, she’s a girl, even though Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew specifically asked for an orphan boy to help around the farm. And second of all, she’s not just any girl: she has bright red hair, a wild imagination, and can talk a mile a minute. But she also has a sweet disposition and quick wit, and Anne (with an “e” of course—it’s so much more distinguished!) soon finds her place in Avonlea, making a friend in her neighbor Diana Barry and attending the local school, where she spurns the advances of the popular and handsome Gilbert Blythe when he commits the ultimate sin of making fun of her hair. Anne has a temper as fiery as her hair and a knack for finding trouble, and she also has a big heart and a positive attitude that affects everyone she meets. This classic and beloved story makes a wonderful gift and keepsake.
Book (2012)
A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021) Anne Shirley is unforgettable, and this beautifully packaged edition of L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel is as memorable as its heroine.When Anne Shirley arrives at Green Gables, she surprises everyone: first of all, she’s a girl, even though Marilla Cuthbert and her brother Matthew specifically asked for an orphan boy to help around the farm. And second of all, she’s not just any girl: she has bright red hair, a wild imagination, and can talk a mile a minute. But she also has a sweet disposition and quick wit, and Anne (with an “e” of course—it’s so much more distinguished!) soon finds her place in Avonlea, making a friend in her neighbor Diana Barry and attending the local school, where she spurns the advances of the popular and handsome Gilbert Blythe when he commits the ultimate sin of making fun of her hair. Anne has a temper as fiery as her hair and a knack for finding trouble, and she also has a big heart and a positive attitude that affects everyone she meets. This classic and beloved story makes a wonderful gift and keepsake.
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Sex & Nudity
Very mild flirting between some characters and talk of beaux. A teacher pays special attention to one of his teen students, which the review says is less scandalous in Anne's time but still a little eyebrow-raising.
Violence & Gore
Anne lashes out in anger or is stuck in mildly perilous situations, but the review says there is no real violence or danger. A key character's death is very sad. Spanking and corporal punishment in school are referenced.
Profanity
The editorial review marks strong language as absent.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Anne accidentally gets her best friend Diana drunk during a tea party due to a bottle mix-up.
Frightening Scenes
A few episodes find Anne in mildly perilous situations, such as walking atop a roof or floating in a leaky boat. A sad death may hit some kids hard.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The book celebrates imagination, creativity, friendship, community, and embracing family, and characters learn lessons from their mistakes.
Role models
Anne learns from her mistakes and is smart, imaginative, independent, hardworking and creative, though she can hold a grudge. Marilla and Matthew are loving caregivers.
Representation
The review describes Anne as a smart, independent, imaginative female character, a strong female role model, though it does not discuss broader diversity.
Learning
Kids will learn about day-to-day life in late-1800s Canada, including cooking, cleaning and farm chores. Families can discuss what makes a book a classic.
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