Things to think about:
Everyday books are still being challenged and removed from shelves, libraries, classrooms and reading lists across the USA. Challenged and removed books mean that somewhere a child can no longer access that book. Challenged books nearly always include content about marginalized groups. Removal of these books remove a child's sense of inclusion and belonging.
This is a direct attack on our intellectual freedoms, and yes, kids have those rights too.
Current state of the USA (Learn more about Banned Books):
Facing Challenges (how can we respond?):
See all of the books listed on ALA's top 100 lists currently available in the CSULB Library: