Bad for Children

Bastard Out Of Carolina

by Dorothy Allison
Why Banned: Bad for Children

Banning History:

In 1995 the book was removed from class curriculums at Mount Abram High School of Salem, Maine due to concerns … Continue reading

Looking For Alaska

by John Green
Why Banned: Bad for Children

Banning History:

Looking for Alaska has been challenged several times in high school curriculums across the United States. It was challenged in … Continue reading

Handmaid’s Tale

by Margaret Atwood
Why Banned: Bad for Children

Banning History:

Published in 1986, in the midst of President Reagan’s presidency and a renewed women’s liberation movement, The Handmaid’s Tale is … Continue reading

Fahrenheit 451

by Ray Bradbury
Why Banned: Bad for Children

Banning History:

While not currently banned as of this writing, Fahrenheit 451 has seen its fair share of objection since its publication … Continue reading