Why Are Schools Banning Books? | Smithsonian
2022年9月23日 · It’s Banned Books Week, an annual campaign that began in 1982 to celebrate the First Amendment and encourage the protection of controversial materials. But now, four decades later, book bans...
Banned Books Week: Titles most challenged in schools and libraries
2023年9月29日 · In 2022, the American Library Association (ALA) tracked more than 1,200 reported demands to ban books available in libraries across the U.S. The ALA’s Office for Intellectual Freedom compiles the collection of titles it says are the “Most Challenged Books,” in schools and libraries.
30 Banned Children’s Books Everyone Needs To Read
2024年1月23日 · Many of these titles are worth sharing with kids of all ages! Even older students can appreciate and gain lots from a compelling picture book read aloud. 1. In the Night Kitchen by Maurice Sendak. Little Mickey tries to help the night bakers find their missing milk. He ends up falling into the cake and experiencing a fantastic adventure.
What Students Are Saying About Banning Books From School …
2022年2月18日 · Teenagers share their nuanced views on the various book banning efforts spreading across the country. Last month, a school board in Tennessee voted unanimously to ban “Maus,” a Pulitzer...
16 Major Pros and Cons of Banning Books in Schools
2019年8月25日 · When books do receive a ban, it is usually because there are racial themes involved, an alternative lifestyle portrayed, or violence and sex that makes people uncomfortable. 1. Parents should have the right to what materials their children can read.
The 50 most banned books in America - CBS News
2022年11月11日 · During the 2021-2022 school year, more than 1,600 books were banned from school libraries. The bans affected 138 school districts in 32 states, according to a report from PEN America, an...
13 Most Challenged & Banned Books in Middle Schools in 2022
2022年2月17日 · Middle-grade reads are making headlines as some of the most challenged books of 2022. Check out 13 commonly banned books for tweens & read them with your kids now.
PEN America Index of School Book Bans – 2022-2023
PEN America’s Index of School Book Bans provides a comprehensive list of books banned in the 2022-2023 school year. PEN America found 3,362 instances of individual books banned, affecting 1,557 unique titles. This represents an increase of 33% from the 2021-22 school year.
Does Banning Books for Children Do More Harm Than Good?
2023年10月14日 · Book challenges are at an all-time high with many claiming they’re trying to protect kids. But is banning a book going to help?
Book Ban Data | Banned Books - American Library Association
Lists of frequently challenged books compiled by ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom to inform the public about censorship efforts that affect libraries and schools. A clearinghouse of resources to assist library workers and advocates in responding to …