The learning tree -- Then again, maybe I won't -- A day no pigs would die -- Julie of the wolves -- A hero ain't nothin' but a sandwich -- Deenie -- My brother Sam is dead -- Forever-- -- One fat summer -- Killing Mr. Griffin -- The great Gilly Hopkins -- The Alice books -- So far from the bamboo grove -- Jack -- Athletic shorts -- We all fall down -- Iceman -- The earth, my butt, and other big round things.
Summary:
Examines popular young adult books that have been banned or challenged, focusing on books that portray young people on the cusp of maturity. For each title discussed, includes a content summary and the story of who attempted to ban the book and why, plus who dared to stand up to the challenge and defend our freedom to read.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.