Book bans in Polk County, Florida: Group leader files police reports
Robert Goodman, who leads County Citizens Defending Freedom in Polk County, has contacted police agencies and Florida politicians over select books.
Source: theledger.com
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Bourke's Banned Bookshelf: So you want to ban a book? - Brainerd Dispatch | News, weather, sports from Brainerd and Baxter
A world with book censorship is one I don't want to live in. Join me this month in my quest to read frequently banned and challenged books.
Source: brainerddispatch.com
St. Johns County School Board keeps 8 books, restricts some
St. Johns County School Board members voted 3-2 to keep eight books, some with restrictions, after a parent challenged the content.
Source: staugustine.com
Local school district to keep books on some classroom shelves
Since July 1st, Florida schools have been navigating a new state law that gives parents a larger role to discuss what books are available to students.
Source: firstcoastnews.com
Fact Check: Star Wars' Mark Hamill Shares Florida 'Banned Book List'
Star Wars Mark Hamill tweeted a list of Floridas "banned books" which included Lord of the Rings.
Source: newsweek.com
A viral list of 'banned' books in Florida is satire
Several of the titles included in the supposed "anti-woke banned book list" are recommended reading in Florida classrooms.
Source: poynter.org
"The Sandman", Another Brilliant Netflix Adaptation
Netflix Continues Betting Strongly on Adaptations, and "The Sandman" is the Latest Example of a Great Literary Success. What is this series about? How Does the Company Choose the Books? What other Recommendations Should you Watch?
Source: latinamericanpost.com
Lakeland activist threatens police reports over Polk library books
Polk School Superintendent Frederick Heid defended the districts opt-out policy. But one activist said "we are going to be filing police reports."
Source: theledger.com
Polk County schools change policy for library book restrictions
Originally, the school district was going to have an opt-in and an opt-out policy for library books. Now, only the opt-out option is available to parents.
Source: theledger.com