Children's/YA Books
This bestselling graphic novel for younger readers caused a scene in Texas, where it was banned from schools because it included gay characters.
Drama by Raina Telgemeier
What percent of books banned during 2021-2022 contained LGBTQ+ topics or characters?
41%
Where does the process begin to ban books?
The case is reported to the American Library Association, but this organization does not ban books.
The two most common curriculum topics that are restricted by state are ______ and _______.
Race/Racism and Gender/Sexual Orientation
Being a true story about two male penguins in love that become parents didn’t keep this award-winning children’s picture book safe from being accused of being “anti-family” and “unsuited for age group.”
And Tango Makes Three by Peter Parnell, Justin Richardson, and Henry Cole.
Which state has the most banned books?
Texas! (Followed by Pennsylvania, Florida, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Tennessee)
Who can ban a book?
The process of banning a book begins with the individual who is issuing the challenge, usually a parent or librarian.
Efforts to restrict curriculum increased by 250% in 2022 as compared to 2021. True or False?
This book about a Black teen witnessing a police shooting that killed her unarmed friend has been banned in schools in states such as Texas, Missouri, and Pennsylvania.
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
More than 1,500 book bans have occurred in how many school districts and states since politicians began igniting the anti-public-education movement toward the end of 2019?
At least 86 school districts in 26 states!
What are the reasons books can be banned?
Racial issues, Encouragement of “damaging” lifestyles, blasphemous dialog, sexual situations or dialog, violence or negativity, presence of witchcraft, religious affiliations (unpopular religions), political bias, or age inappropriateness.
Florida prohibited instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade and required it to be “age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate” in higher grades. True or False?
True
This is one of the most frequently banned books by a Black author.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
What is the percentage of book challenges that targeted books in schools in 2021, (classrooms, libraries, curricula)?
58%
What happens when a book is banned?
It is removed from curricula, libraries, or stores in question, which prevents others from accessing the material.
According to Florida's, HB7, Individual of Freedom Act, teachers are allowed to discuss race and systemic racism. True or False?
False.