Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Banned Books Week September 24-October 1


The buzz around the library this week is all about banned books.


The Library’s bulletin board celebrates Banned Books Week, an annual event that draws attention to the freedom to read and the importance of the 1st Amendment. It features popular books that are frequently banned or challenged in schools and libraries across the country.


Students are always shocked to discover that some of their favorites, like The Hunger Games and Harry Potter, are regularly challenged. The displays have led to a lot of lively conversations among students of all ages on censorship and freedom of expression.


Students talking about banned books.




Which of these books was challenged most frequently in 2010?