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Banned Books Week

This annual event celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights censorship efforts in libraries and schools. For more than 40 years, it has united readers, librarians, teachers, and literary professionals in support of the freedom to seek and express ideas--even those considered unorthodox or unpopular. By showcasing books challenged nationwide, it draws attention to the harms of removing or restricting access to ideas in schools and libraries. This LibGuide also highlights efforts to ban, challenge, or restrict artwork, films, and speech.

For more information, visit the American Library Association webpage for Banned Books Week.

These links take to you relevant and important information on Banned Books

ALA - Banned & Challenged Books The American Library Associations Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) receives reports from libraries, schools, and the media on attempts to ban books in communities across the country.
Books That Shaped America The Library of Congress created an exhibit, "Books that Shaped America," that explores books that "have had a profound effect on American life." Included in this list are several that have been challenged or banned.
Banned Books Week This website is maintained and updated by the Banned Books Week Coordinator and the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom in partnership with the Banned Books Week Coalition.
Get ready to celebrate Banned Books Week! Classroom resources for Banned Books Week and the freedom to read (and think)
Censorship in the Classroom: Understanding Controversial Issues ReadWriteThink lesson plan for 9-12 grade that could be adapted for undergraduate students. Extension activities also included.
LISTOPIA: List of Banned Books A list of Banned books generated by Goodreads, which is an online book recommendation system.

Thanks to the University of Toledo librarian, Elaine Reeves, for her permission to copy and edit her LibGuide.