Teaching Banned Books

This essential guide for educators and librarians provides practical strategies for defending intellectual freedom in schools, offering concrete lesson plans and discussion techniques for teaching frequently challenged literature. Scales draws on decades of experience to create a roadmap for navigating book challenges while keeping meaningful literature accessible to students. The book transforms censorship debates into teachable moments, showing how to engage with controversial themes rather than avoid them.

What sets this resource apart is its actionable approach—it doesn't just argue for intellectual freedom but provides the specific tools to practice it in classroom and library settings. School professionals facing curriculum challenges will find immediate value in its proven methods for turning potential conflicts into educational opportunities. This isn't merely theoretical; it's a battle-tested manual for ensuring that important stories reach the young readers who need them most.