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Is it wrong to ban books? Cover Image Book

Is it wrong to ban books? / Mary Austen.

Austen, Mary, (author.).

Summary:

When people discuss the idea of banning books, they are also discussing much broader concepts, including censorship, basic freedoms, and the power of religious and political institutions. These challenging topics are presented in accessible ways as readers explore the debate surrounding banned books. As they immerse themselves in many viewpoints surrounding this debate through engaging text, fact boxes, vibrant photographs, and graphic organizers, they discover the importance of developing an informed, independent opinion about issues that affect their lives.

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  • ISBN: 9781534524279
  • ISBN: 9781534524897
  • Physical Description: 24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
  • Publisher: New York : KidHaven Publishing, 2018.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Understanding different opinions -- Bans and challenges -- Protecting First Amendment freedoms -- A school's decision -- Books are teachers -- Why are books banned? -- Different voices -- Protecting children -- Your point of view.
Study Program Information Note:
Accelerated Reader AR MG 5.5 0.5 194771.

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Stoneville Library J 344.7305 A (Text) 31554010357027 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -