Middle School Book Group (Grades 5-8): "Coraline" (in Scoville Park)

Program Type:

Authors & Books, Kids & Families, Students Grades 9-12

Age Group:

Elementary School, Middle School
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Allowed Grades: 5th Grade to 8th Grade

Event Details

Meet with students in grades 5-8 as we share thoughts and opinions on this month's book: Coraline by Neil Gaiman.

When Coraline steps through a door to find another house similar to her own (only better), things seem marvelous. But there's another mother there, and another father, and they want her to stay and be their little girl. They want to change her and never let her go. Coraline will have to fight with all her wit and courage if she is to save herself and return to her ordinary life.

How to participate:

  1. Get the book. The books will be on hold in the Main Library Lobby. Speak to a staff member to check out your copy! Or download a copy through Hoopla. Need help getting started with ​Hoopla? Watch how-to videos at oppl.org/how-to-library »
  2. Discuss. Join us in this librarian-led discussion. This program will be held outside in Scoville Park in a socially-distant format. Snacks will be provided! Based on the Oak Park Department of Public Health recommendations, capacity is limited to 25 participants, with masks. Register now.

Join us for any and all meetings held Thursdays, 4-5 pm:

  • November 11: You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P! by Alex Gino 
  • December 9: Akata Witch by Nnendi Okorafor

Middle School Book Group
Middle School Book Group is an open discussion as everyone goes around sharing their thoughts and opinions on the literature, which is geared toward their age group (grades 5-8). Learn more about library-led book discussions »