Summary Of The Adolescent Novel 'Are You There God? It's Me Margaret'

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Discussion Board Reading Response Engaging, life like, and girly, the adolescent novel, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume, presents a storyline that focuses on the struggles and controversy evident in nearly every young girl’s life. Adolescents are highly susceptible to worldly influences. Both positive and negative forces shape the way adolescents behave and respond to situations surrounding their everyday environment. Margaret, the protagonist in Judy Blume’s novel, encounters difficulty regarding religion, relationships, becoming a young woman, and becoming an individual in possession of her own thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. The plot and overall storyline are basic; nonetheless, it offers a comforting story, encouraging …show more content…

As a whole, Margaret appears to be a young woman struggling to make the most of a difficult time in her life. Ritha Manning writes in the article Moral Choices by the Alan Review that “fiction can help the young reader determine and understand his or her own ideas about morality and can help the young reader work through moral confusion” (pg. 3). The audience plainly witnesses the trust Margaret has for Nancy diminish when it becomes evident that Nancy lied about her period, and it is obvious both girls feel hesitant about proceeding with their friendship. Positive and negative character characteristics add depth and intrigue to the storyline. On the last page of the novel, it is noted that Margaret finally gets her period, ending the long wait. Nearly every adolescent novel has a resolution of some sort for the problems character's experience. Surprisingly, Blume does not offer the decision Margret makes regarding her religion. There are several reasons this information could have been excluded. One may include Blume’s realization that the struggles adolescents experience are not always resolved. Every situation does not produce a peaceful, happy ending. In class discussion, it was noted that when adolescents make it through something difficult it “gives them faith that other issues will be resolved” (Thurs. …show more content…

It’s Me, Margaret, is one of the earliest well known adolescent novels, and it pertains mostly to young girls. Captivating and personable, this novel is quite enjoyable. This novel is written in such a way, that girls in most situations, locations, and races will find it relatable. Adulthood is a rewarding time; accordingly, adolescents must endure the inevitable tribulation. Reading materials providing positive insight on how to make the transition less problematic and stressful. By and large Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, should be recommended for female

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