Read These Banned Books: A Journal and 52-Week Reading Challenge from the American Library Association
Language: English
Published by Sourcebooks, Inc, 2022
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The American Library Association presents a must-read banned book for every week of the year in this beautiful book lover's reading log.Expand your reading list and stand against literary censorship with this one-year reading challenge and book journal! Featuring 52 modern and classic books that have been challenged or banned, from The Hunger Games to Maus, this book log includes ALA's insights into each title as well as writing prompts for further reflection. A perfect holiday stocking stuffer, birthday present, or gift for bibliophiles, librarians, teachers and educators, activists, and rebel readers of all genres!Includes:52 banned, censored, or challenged book recommendations and the reasons they were bannedRoom to reflect on each book and how you can relate to it as you complete the challengePages for your personal reading log, perfect for sharing on social media or with friendsAn appendix highlighting the 100 Most Banned and Challenged Books from 2010-2019 and information about how YOU can help fight book banning.…
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- Title
- Read These Banned Books: A Journal and 52-Week Reading Challenge from the American Library Association
- Author
- American Library Association
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks, Inc
- Publication year
- 2022
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1728268818
- ISBN 13
- 9781728268811
They tried to silence these stories―now you can read and reflect on every single one.
Challenge censorship. Celebrate your freedom to read. Discover the banned books that shaped our world.
Read These Banned Books, created by the American Library Association, is a 52-week reading challenge and interactive journal spotlighting the most frequently challenged books. This is more than a list―it's a year-long journey into literary power, censorship, and your role in protecting intellectual freedom.
Each week features a different banned book, the story behind its censorship, and thoughtful prompts to help you connect its themes to your life. Perfect for solo readers or groups, this journal delivers a personal and empowering reading experience.
Inside you'll find:
- 52 essential banned books, curated by the ALA
- The history and context behind each book's controversy
- Reflection prompts and journaling space
- Flexible, start-anytime format―ideal for individuals, classrooms, or book clubs
Whether you're defending the right to read at school, leading a library discussion, or journaling at home, Read These Banned Books connects you to stories once suppressed―and a movement that says books belong to everyone.
Join the thousands standing up for intellectual freedom. Your banned book journey starts here.
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The American Library Association is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes libraries and library education internationally. It is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 57,000 members.
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