Opinion
OPINION: Banned Books Week reminds us kids deserve to be challenged. Don’t censor that.
Children need access to diverse perspectives to grow, and that includes those that are unpopular or uncomfortable.
7 Banned books that everybody should read at least once
Banned books seem to be everywhere. While some might claim that they are "protecting children" by challenging or banning books from schools, libraries, and other public places, what they are really doing is a form of censorship.
Banned Books Week: How to get your hands on free banned or challenged books in Florida
More books have been challenged and removed from schools in Florida than any other state, and not everyone can afford to buy them. Here's where to go.
It's Banned Books Week. Here's what you need to know
The annual event is meant to bring the book community together in support of literature and the need for having free and open access to information.
Banned Books Week Starts With Mixed Messages as Reports Show Challenges Both up and Down
Two new reports provide a mixed but compelling outlook on the wave of book removals and challenges as the annual Banned Books Week begins for schools, stores and libraries nationwide
Tallahassee authors, performers step up for 'Freadom' during Banned Book Week
Freadom: An Evening of Anti-Censorship Book Readings and Film” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at Blue Tavern, 1206 North Monroe St.
Books banned? Not at the library
While the list of banned books in schools across the country is growing, The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County has a display featuring many forbidden titles as part of Banned Books Week.
New children’s book tells story of young Two-Spirit person
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New book aims to teach Portland kids about homelessness
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Literacy advocate remains committed to helping children enjoy reading
Ihkeem Ma’at is a former teacher in the region who continues to advocate for educators and teachers in the classroom. “Early ...
Belvidere mom celebrates motherhood with children’s book ‘This Day I Hold Dear’
From a young age, Ellissa Schwartz knew she wanted to write children’s books. “When I was in grade school and I won the young ...
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On the Horizon: 2024–2025 Children's Books in Translation
Publishers shared some of the recent and forthcoming children's titles in translation they're especially proud to be bringing ...
Child author continues mission to donate 1,000 books to 1,000 kids during West Fork Elementary visit
Solomon Donoho donated 150 copies of his book "The Legend of DJ Awesomeness" to students at West Fork Elementary.
Jeff Bezos gave Lauren Sánchez's new children's book 'six stars.' But a lawsuit says she stole the idea from her yoga teacher.
Jeff Bezos praised Lauren Sánchez' children's book on Amazon. The next day, a yoga instructor sued Sánchez for theft of ...
KMBC 9 CARES FOR KIDS: Help us get 1,000 books to local kids through Lead to Read KC
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Opinion
No More Pencils, No More Books in Arizona
The attorney general targets school choice and ends up hitting school supplies.
Launch of "Decoding Crypto with Henri & Hodler": The First Interactive Children's Book to Educate on the Future of Money and Digital Assets
Leading figures in the crypto world endorse a new kids' book series that makes learning about Bitcoin, blockchain, and Web3 ...