You might think public libraries are places of open access, but across the US, a growing movement is challenging what books are available. This lesson will show you how these challenges are reshaping libraries and impacting communities, often in surprising ways.
Book challenges in public libraries have surged dramatically, reaching record highs in recent years.
The American Library Association (ALA) reported 1,269 demands to censor library books and resources in 2022, nearly double the 729 challenges recorded in 2021.