![]() ![]() Most libraries have a form to fill out to voice concerns about specific items, and sometimes actions will be taken like moving a book from the children's to the teen section or (more rarely) removing it from the library (for instance, if it contains outdated information). Parents and guardians can choose what their children read, watch or listen to, but cannot make that decision for other children. If a person objects to a book, they are free not to read it, but they do not have the right to prevent others from reading it. Intellectual freedom means that each person has the right to decide what they want to read, watch, or listen to (within the limits of the law). Public libraries usually follow intellectual freedom policies that guide their decisions when a member of the public challenges a book or other item. ![]() Sometimes books are challenged when a person reads only a small portion or relies on reviews they have read or heard to determine suitability. ![]() Often the reasons are political, legal, religious or moral. There are lots of reasons that books can be challenged or event banned. Yes, picture books get challenged too! These kids' books (listed in no particular order) have been challenged (and in some cases, banned) for a variety of reasons. ![]()
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