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Litton, Joyce A. – 1988
The widespread popularity of the young adult novels of Judy Blume makes them important factors in the socialization process. Almost all of the characters in her books are members of the middle or upper-middle class, and with the exception of some of the characters in 4 of her 15 novels, all are white. Thus, Blume is teaching youth how to be…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Ethical Instruction
