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Bonus: Banned Books

Dec 5, 2021
Aisha Roscoe, guest host of NPR's It's Been A Minute, leads a discussion with Barrie Hardymon, an NPR senior editor, and Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast. They explore the heated topic of banned books and the critical need for children to access diverse literature. They share personal anecdotes and humor while discussing the impact of censorship on education. The conversation highlights the importance of confronting challenging themes to help young readers grow and understand complex issues.
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ANECDOTE

Cat in the Hat Distress

  • Barry Hardymon finds "The Cat in the Hat" upsetting.
  • The mom's stress and the cat's disobedience bother her.
INSIGHT

Default Demographics

  • Tracy Thomas points out that conversations about students and parents often default to white demographics.
  • She emphasizes considering the diverse experiences within schools.
INSIGHT

Library vs. Curriculum

  • Barry Hardymon believes library reading should be expansive and that certain books belong in the curriculum.
  • She distinguishes between books for exploration and those for structured learning.
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