The most challenged book of 2014 was a mere third in 2013. What was the most challenged book that year? I'm glad you asked!
Captain Underpants (series), by Dav Pilkey
Reasons: Offensive language, unsuited for age group, violence
No, I am not somehow mistaken. As a matter of fact, this was the most challenged book for two consecutive years, 2012 & 2013.
In 2013 alone, there were 307 attempts to remove or restrict books from school curricula and libraries. And that's just the reported challenges. The ALA estimates that there are 5 actual challenges for every one made formal. And in 2012, Captain Underpants beat out 50 Shades of Grey! Go figure...
The author's response is wonderful:
LOVE this response! Do me a favor, and buy the first book in the series of Captain Underpants, just to add to your collection!
Are you serious? Hmm I didn't know that!
ReplyDeleteI did after school daycare for years and this was one of the most popular series with all the kids. They would read them over and over!
And of course I encouraged it! LOL (this and Diary of a Wimpy Kid)
I just don't understand some people...to me, if it opens the door to reading, how bad can it be? Did you watch the author's little video? It's perfect!
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