By Adriana White Over the past year, American libraries have been under attack. Coordinated efforts to remove diverse books have spread nationwide, with libraries in at least 38 states reporting some kind of book ban or challenge. There are countless other challenges flying under the radar. The … [Read more...] about How to Support Diverse Books During a Book Ban
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Resources for Banned Books Week and Beyond
[Video description: Over a series of still images of books and stock footage of reading and learning, the following text displays across the screen: "Banned Books Week is September 26 - October 2. This annual event celebrates the freedom to read and 'highlights the value of free and open access … [Read more...] about Resources for Banned Books Week and Beyond
How to Talk With Students about Banned Books
By Nicole Klett I was attending a recent library advisory board meeting when the discussion turned to the topic of removing books from the collection. This is not a new topic. In fact, at least once a year, a library patron or staff member comes across a work that is deemed inappropriate and brings … [Read more...] about How to Talk With Students about Banned Books
