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Bully Principal Missed Opportunity | Scales on Censorship
Parent with Caldecott concerns, a librarian fears "Vincent and Theo" content issues (again), and an administrator who cracks down on students' rights: Pat Scales sets them straight.
Encourage Reading from the Start: Essays, Articles, and Interviews from the Field
An informative and inspiring primer or refresher for anyone who works to motivate young readers.
Parental Demands and Accusations | Scales on Censorship
One mother accuses a librarian of "stunting her daughter's intellectual growth," while another says lack of policing child's book choices gave her son nightmares.
Foiled by Curses | Scales on Censorship
Shiloh’s curse words; a visiting author’s objectionable language; complaints about "A Day No Pigs Would Die"
Too Edgy for the Kids' Section? | Scales on Censorship
One parent doesn't want her "gifted" child reading picture books; another wants to be notified of each book read aloud in class.
Offended at Open Mic | Scales on Censorship
A controversial student poetry reading; controlling bookmobile offerings; questioning 'James and the Giant Peach.'
Laurie Halse Anderson Reflects on the "Seeds of America" Trilogy
Pat Scales speaks with the prolific author about conducting historical research, creating authentic voices, and approaching our nation's history with honesty.
Age-Appropriate Reading? | Scales on Censorship
Religious-themed books in school libraries; informing patrons of privacy policies.
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