Thread by @sallyjpla

Why should you, an adult, #read #middlegrade?

-We are all of us coming-of-age, all the time.
-Middle grade themes are eternal human themes of awakening to the world.
-Your inner 7-14 yr old self deserves nurture.
-We're all parented by an inner child we strive to understand.

Why should you, an adult, #read #middlegrade? (cont.)

-You are a parent. This world is again your world.
-Walk again in the shoes of your younger self, if you want to learn something.
-Today's #mglit is profound, deep, funny, quirky, epic, and amazing. Something for everyone.

Why should you, an adult, #read #middlegrade?

-You are a teacher, therapist, family member.
-There is a child whose world is part of your world, whom you want to understand.
-You have a big beautiful open heart.
-You care about the future!

What’s YOUR reason for reading #middlegrade?

#mglit #BookTwitter #ReadMiddleGrade

Look at this sculpture by Ukrainian artist Alexander Milov. Just stumbled on this after a morning spent thinking of how our inner child is always with us. ❤️

More reasons why you should #ReadMiddleGrade?

You want to be enthralled, inspired, reminded of your essential self.

You want to be entertained without being triggered by excessive violence or other graphic or disturbing scenes.

You want reading that leaves you uplifted.