Banned Books Week is celebrated the last week in September. It has been celebrated since 1982. This year it will be celebrated September 28- October 4. We are not actually banning books in the SSCC libraries. We are celebrating the freedom to read books that have been "banned" or "challenged". Books that have been banned means that the material was removed at one point and time. A challenged book means that someone or group tried to have the materials removed.
Why are books banned or challenged?
There are many different reason books have been banned. Books can be "banned" for these reasons and more: anti-family, nudity, offensive language, and unsuited to age group.
Why are we allowed to read banned/challenged books?
The 1st Amendment to the Constitution protects the freedom of expression. This is freedom of speech,press and assembly. Through freedom of press, people can express themselves freely through publication.
What are some books that have been banned?
The Bible
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder
There are many other books that have been placed on the banned list. You may be surprised to find books that you've read on the list. For a complete list go to:
http://staging.ala.org/ala/aboutala/offices/oif/archive/bannedbooksweek73008archive.cfm
Come into the SSCC libraries and celebrate your freedom to read. Check out a banned book, today!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
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