Book details
Short Circuits
Description
Includes offerings from Joan Lowery Nixon, Vivien Alcock, Robert Westall, and Joan Aiken.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
206 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Diverse Perspectives: Short story collections often include a variety of voices and perspectives, offering readers a chance to experience a wide range of emotions, settings, and characters within a single volume.
- Bite-Sized Reading: Short stories are perfect for readers who have limited time or prefer to read in short bursts. Each story provides a complete narrative that can be enjoyed in one sitting.
- Thematic Exploration: If 'Short Circuits' is thematically arranged, as is common in Gallo's anthologies, readers can delve into different authors' takes on a central theme, which can lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the subject matter.