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NYT Books on Instagram: "Attempts to ban books are accelerating across the U.S. at a rate never seen since tracking began more than 20 years ago, according to a new report from the American Library Association. So far in 2022, there have been attempts to ban or restrict access to 1,651 different titles, the group found, up from challenges to 1,597 books in 2021, the year with the highest number of complaints since the group began documenting book challenges decades ago. Book banning efforts…

The American Library Association was founded in 1876 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The oldest and largest library education and promotion association in the world, they have featured the Muppets in many advertising campaigns over the years. In a 1980 campaign, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy were pictured browsing in a library. The image was later used on a bookplate sticker. The Muppet Babies appeared on a READ campaign in 1986. Another READ campaign in 1992 pictured Miss Piggy as…

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The ALA isn't the only organization that honors the best children's and young adult books of the year. Check out these children's book awards.

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National Library Week 2024: Ready, Set, Library! The theme for National Library Week 2024 (April 7-13) is Ready, Set, Library! National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and Newbery and Pura Belpré-award winning author Meg Medina will serve as 2024 Honorary Chair. [columns=2][column] [/column][column] “I’m thrilled to serve as the honorary chair of National Library Week for 2024! Libraries connect our communities and enrich our lives in ways we may not realize, and one of my greatest…

Renowned author Judy Blume has been awarded the National Book Critics Circle Award for her contributions to children's literature. The award was presented by the American Library Association during their annual conference in New Orleans. Blume is known for her relatable and engaging stories that tackle real-life issues faced by young people, such as bullying, self-acceptance, and family dynamics. Her works have been translated into numerous languages and have sold over 85 million copies…

From data from the American Library Association (ALA), we compiled some of the most banned and challenged books of the last five years. #BannedBooksWeek #BannedBooksWeek2021 #BannedBooks #ReadBannedBooks

CHICAGO - School library advocacy packs containing tools to spread the word about the many ways school librarians are transforming teaching and learning are now freely available through the ALA online store. Generously sponsored by Bound to Stay Bound Books (BTSB), these specially created packs are available while supplies last. Valued at $29.99, school library advocates pay only for shipping.