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When Classics Curdle: Reading Children's Literature that Did Not Age Well

The Well-Trained Mind podcast

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Navigating Objectionable Content in Children's Literature

The chapter delves into the complexities of dealing with objectionable content in classic children's literature, exploring whether such content should be banned, edited, or read with a different perspective. Examples from beloved works like 'A Little Princess' and discussions on racial stereotypes in books like 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' are examined to highlight the importance of critically engaging with problematic elements in classic stories.

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