NM schools
This book by Sherman Alexie, which tells the story of a young Native American boy, faced challenges in New Mexico schools.
What is "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian"
This book by Jake Hall was challenged in Rio Rancho public libraries in 2023 by residents, due to "promoting certain lifestyles"
What is "The Art of Drag
This book by Juno Dawson was challenged in Rio Rancho, NM in 2023 for promoting the LGBTQ lifestyle
This book by J.K. Rowling, was burned in Alamogordo, NM (2001) outside Christ Community Church because the series is “a masterpiece of Satanic deception.”
What is "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone"
This is the name of the bill that would make it so public libraries can't censor materials.
House Bill 123, or HB123
This controversial novel by John Green, which deals with teenage cancer and romance, has faced challenges in some New Mexico schools.
What is "The Fault In Our Stars
This dystopian novel by George Orwell, often challenged for its political themes and language, remains a staple in many New Mexico high school curricula.
What is "1984"
This classic novel by Harper Lee, exploring themes of racism and morality, has been challenged in several New Mexico districts.
What is "To Kill a Mockingbird"
This children's book by Dav Pilkey, which features a mischievous character and has been challenged for its perceived promotion of misbehavior, is known as this.
What is "Captain Underpants"
This book by Khaled Hosseini, telling the story of friendship and betrayal in Afghanistan, has faced challenges in New Mexico due to its mature themes.
What is "The Kite Runner"
This 2015 book by Angie Thomas, which addresses police violence and systemic racism, faced challenges and bans in various New Mexico schools.
What is "The Hate U Give"
This book was removed from classrooms in Carlsbad schools (1982) because it defines "obscene" words
What is the Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary
This collection of essays by Roxane Gay, which addresses feminism and social justice, has faced challenges for its frank discussions of race and gender issues in New Mexico.
What is "Bad Feminist"?
This novel by Judy Blume, which addresses issues of puberty and adolescence, has been challenged in some New Mexico schools for its frank discussions of sexual topics.
What is "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret"
These two school districts have a reputation for challenging books.
Rio Rancho and Las Cruces
The New Mexico school district that faced public outcry over the banning of several books in 2022, including works that discuss race and identity.
What is the Las Cruces Public Schools district
A graphic novel depicting the experiences of a Jewish family during the Holocaust that has faced challenges in New Mexico is titled this.
What is "Haus"
This novel by Maya Angelou, which explores themes of identity and resilience, was challenged in New Mexico for its candid discussions of race and trauma.
What is "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings"?
In 2021, this graphic novel about a teenager's experiences with sexuality and identity faced significant challenges in New Mexico.
What is "Gender Queer"
This is the set of basic policies public libraries must follow.
ALA Bill of Rights
This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Toni Morrison, which addresses themes of slavery and racism, was among the titles challenged in New Mexico schools.
What is "Beloved"
A memoir by Malala Yousafzai, which details her advocacy for girls' education and experiences under Taliban rule, faced challenges in New Mexico schools.
What is "I Am Malala"?
This book by Zora Neale Hurston, often praised for its rich cultural insights, faced challenges in New Mexico for its depiction of race and gender issues.
What is "Their Eyes Were Watching God"
This so-called "hate group" prides themselves on challenging books.
New Mexico Mass Resistance
This number of states have at least one banned book.
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