Public Libraries

Characters in these books, including a few classics, are comfortable being different from others and engage with their world in nontraditional ways.

An oak tree's willingness to be called he or she canceled a district read in Floyd County, VA; themed book displays are banned in Louisiana parish; and more.

The Caldecott winner can be an impactful read-aloud for all ages.

These books help support positive discussions with students about the climate crisis.

From Brooklyn, NY to the West Coast, librarians are taking the lead on climate change education.

Extending Brooklyn Public Library’s Books Unbanned initiative to young kids and parents.

A settlement in the case against Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' law has clarified that library books cannot be removed under the law as long as they aren't part of the curriculum; queer publishers navigate book bans; Ohio district keeps two books on shelves; and more.

In 2023, the number of books targeted for censorship went up 65 percent from the year before, according to American Library Association data released today. The rise was most dramatic in public libraries, which saw a 92 percent increase in challenges.

“Reasons to Love ­Libraries” is a yearlong editorial project and campaign to engage the public in reflecting on libraries to reveal their impact on people and communities.