This presentation by Sharon M. Draper will discuss her YA novels and their impact on adolescent readers. It is possible to engage and excite young adults, even for students who swear they "hate to read," as long as you know which books to offer them and how to capture their imaginations through action. She will discuss the necessity of literary value in YA literature, the importance of humor and immediacy, and the value of strong, positive role models for young readers. Level: Middle/Jr. High/High School
