Tag: Robert P. Doyle
Banning the Birds and the Bees: Challenges to Children’s Books about Sexuality
As a librarian I believe everyone should have access to the information they need, but as a parent I can understand how the lack of parental control presented by school programs and unrestricted library books can be very unnerving. Much like protests to the teaching of sexuality education in schools, books on the subject are challenged in libraries due to the role they play in the spread of such important information.
How to Get Your Hands on the New Censorship “Field Report”
The Field Report is a great resource to showcase the variety of books and unique situations of each challenge. It includes nine beautifully designed pages, packed with 46 detailed censorship incidents and tips on how to protect the right to read in your community.
Field Report 2016: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2016 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2015: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2015 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2014: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2014 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2013: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2013 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2012: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2012 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2011: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2011 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2010: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2010 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.
Field Report 2009: Banned and Challenged Books
The ALA Field Report 2009 includes information on books and resources that are challenged, restricted, removed, or banned.