Even for those following the current wave of book censorship, it has been difficult to understand what today’s educators are facing in the classroom. To address this gap, NCTE just released survey data from nearly 4,100 teachers from all 50 states.
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Everyday Advocacy is something teachers, librarians, and community members can do in their local settings to reset the story of education. It includes including day-to-day actions you can take to change the public narrative surrounding schools and books. The new Everyday Advocacy Playbook is our latest resource— a hands-on guide designed specifically for educators who are ready to grow in their roles as Everyday Advocates.
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At the ALA Annual Conference in June, Sage sponsored Banned Books from the Big Chair in partnership with the Banned Books Coalition and Unite Against Book Bans. Librarians, authors, and educators walked through a thought-provoking exhibit on the impact of book bans in the United States, then shared personal experiences with book bans from the Big Chair.
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Connecticut’s recently passed Freedom to Read legislation ensures that library collections, displays, and programs are curated by professionals, guided by clear policies, and safeguarded from political interference. This law is a model—not because it’s revolutionary, but because it’s responsible.
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When books are banned, young readers lose access to stories that could shape their understanding of the world and even change their lives. In support of the freedom to read, the Picture Book Summit (Oct. 4, 2025) has designated UABB as its 2025 charity partner.
Defending the Right to Read: Picture Book Summit Stands Against Book Bans Read More »
Register now for Storytelling for Advocacy, a free virtual workshop on July 16. Those who understand the value of diverse books need to do more these days than just know the literature. We must also be prepared to advocate for its inclusion, explain its power, and speak thoughtfully about curricular choices. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to shift the public narrative surrounding diverse books and their inclusion in schools and libraries.
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On Saturday, June 7, Teach Truth Day of Action events around the U.S. will defy censorship by teaching “banned history” in public spaces. Learn more about how to participate.
Teaching Truth: Exposing the Root of the Book Bans Read More »
A new project, “Banned Books: Why Young People Need Them,” was created by Academics for Liberty in Reading and Learning to help parents, teachers, librarians, and others keep banned and challenged books in libraries and schools.
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Join the African American Policy Forum for a national week of action, April 27 through May 4, 2025. #HandsOffOurHistory focuses on rallying the public to protect Black history and the freedom to learn.
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Everyone deserves the right to choose what they read, including children. The International Literacy Association’s Children’s Rights to Read global initiative was founded on 10 fundamental and inalienable rights that help ensure that every child has access to the education, opportunities, and resources needed to read.
For Every Child, Everywhere: Protect Children’s Rights to Read Read More »
