Freedom to Read Project
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Parent-led nonprofit dedicated to protecting access to information in our schools and public libraries. www.freedomtoreadproject.org
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer helps readers face grief, trauma, and healing with honesty and empathy. That’s not dangerous, that’s human.
Let kids read. Let them feel.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Let kids read. Let them feel.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
February 4, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer helps readers face grief, trauma, and healing with honesty and empathy. That’s not dangerous, that’s human.
Let kids read. Let them feel.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Let kids read. Let them feel.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
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February 3, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Got 5 minutes? Email your legislators. A few thoughtful messages can shape votes that protect our libraries.
Be brief, say you’re a constituent, make a clear ask, share your story, follow up.
Your voice matters.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #Advocate
Be brief, say you’re a constituent, make a clear ask, share your story, follow up.
Your voice matters.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #Advocate
February 3, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Got 5 minutes? Email your legislators. A few thoughtful messages can shape votes that protect our libraries.
Be brief, say you’re a constituent, make a clear ask, share your story, follow up.
Your voice matters.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #Advocate
Be brief, say you’re a constituent, make a clear ask, share your story, follow up.
Your voice matters.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #Advocate
This isn't “parental choice.” It’s shelves emptied, stories erased & students cut off from ideas that help them learn, question & grow.
Every removed book is a reader who won't see themselves reflected & narrows the world a little more. FL students deserve libraries full of possibility, not fear.
Every removed book is a reader who won't see themselves reflected & narrows the world a little more. FL students deserve libraries full of possibility, not fear.
February 2, 2026 at 3:19 PM
This isn't “parental choice.” It’s shelves emptied, stories erased & students cut off from ideas that help them learn, question & grow.
Every removed book is a reader who won't see themselves reflected & narrows the world a little more. FL students deserve libraries full of possibility, not fear.
Every removed book is a reader who won't see themselves reflected & narrows the world a little more. FL students deserve libraries full of possibility, not fear.
Dear Justyce by Nic Stone builds empathy, critical thinking, and honest conversations about grief, justice, and growing up Black. That’s education, not danger.
Let kids read.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Let kids read.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 28, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Dear Justyce by Nic Stone builds empathy, critical thinking, and honest conversations about grief, justice, and growing up Black. That’s education, not danger.
Let kids read.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Let kids read.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Don’t obey in advance. Pulling books “just in case” teaches power what it can take. Libraries should stand firm, not shrink. Don’t pre-ban.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 27, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Don’t obey in advance. Pulling books “just in case” teaches power what it can take. Libraries should stand firm, not shrink. Don’t pre-ban.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Have you grabbed our free digital workbook, Turning the Page? Get tips, scripts, tools, and worksheets to fight book bans and protect the freedom to read.
Download: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_page
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Download: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_page
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 26, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Have you grabbed our free digital workbook, Turning the Page? Get tips, scripts, tools, and worksheets to fight book bans and protect the freedom to read.
Download: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_page
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Download: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_page
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
The Hate U Give helps young readers build empathy, critical thinking, and courage by engaging real-world issues with honesty and heart. Banning it doesn’t protect kids, it silences them.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #TheHateUGive #LetKidsRead
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #TheHateUGive #LetKidsRead
January 21, 2026 at 3:31 PM
The Hate U Give helps young readers build empathy, critical thinking, and courage by engaging real-world issues with honesty and heart. Banning it doesn’t protect kids, it silences them.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #TheHateUGive #LetKidsRead
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #TheHateUGive #LetKidsRead
One parent’s objection shouldn’t empty an entire library. If every “objectionable” word meant removal, shelves would be bare. Censorship never stops at one book. Public schools serve *all* students.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #LibrariesAreForEveryone #FirstAmendment
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #LibrariesAreForEveryone #FirstAmendment
January 20, 2026 at 2:54 PM
One parent’s objection shouldn’t empty an entire library. If every “objectionable” word meant removal, shelves would be bare. Censorship never stops at one book. Public schools serve *all* students.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #LibrariesAreForEveryone #FirstAmendment
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans #LibrariesAreForEveryone #FirstAmendment
MLK Day is about action.
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Dr. King
Book bans silence voices and deny students opportunity. Today, stand up for the freedom to read: support librarians, share challenged books, and speak out.
#MLKDay #FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Dr. King
Book bans silence voices and deny students opportunity. Today, stand up for the freedom to read: support librarians, share challenged books, and speak out.
#MLKDay #FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 19, 2026 at 3:55 PM
MLK Day is about action.
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Dr. King
Book bans silence voices and deny students opportunity. Today, stand up for the freedom to read: support librarians, share challenged books, and speak out.
#MLKDay #FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Dr. King
Book bans silence voices and deny students opportunity. Today, stand up for the freedom to read: support librarians, share challenged books, and speak out.
#MLKDay #FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
THE MOON WITHIN by Aida Salazar is a tender, empowering story about growing up, friendship, and finding your voice. Banning it doesn’t protect kids, it takes away language, understanding, and empathy. Let kids read books that help them grow.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 14, 2026 at 3:44 PM
THE MOON WITHIN by Aida Salazar is a tender, empowering story about growing up, friendship, and finding your voice. Banning it doesn’t protect kids, it takes away language, understanding, and empathy. Let kids read books that help them grow.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Small actions add up: read a challenged book, leave a public review, show up to one meeting, speak for one minute, or send one email. Each step builds momentum, visibility, and community and reminds decision-makers that people are paying attention.
January 13, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Small actions add up: read a challenged book, leave a public review, show up to one meeting, speak for one minute, or send one email. Each step builds momentum, visibility, and community and reminds decision-makers that people are paying attention.
According to PEN America, these were among the most frequently banned books last year. Banning books doesn’t protect readers; it silences voices and limits choice. The answer isn’t removal, but conversation and context.
Get involved: find tools at FreedomToReadProject.org
Get involved: find tools at FreedomToReadProject.org
January 12, 2026 at 3:07 PM
According to PEN America, these were among the most frequently banned books last year. Banning books doesn’t protect readers; it silences voices and limits choice. The answer isn’t removal, but conversation and context.
Get involved: find tools at FreedomToReadProject.org
Get involved: find tools at FreedomToReadProject.org
Loveless is a compassionate, affirming story about identity, friendship, and self-discovery, especially for asexual and aromantic teens. Banning it doesn’t protect kids; it erases representation and silences real experiences. Let kids find the books that speak to them.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
January 7, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Loveless is a compassionate, affirming story about identity, friendship, and self-discovery, especially for asexual and aromantic teens. Banning it doesn’t protect kids; it erases representation and silences real experiences. Let kids find the books that speak to them.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Not sure how to start a conversation at a meeting or town hall? You don’t need perfect words, just curiosity and a willingness to connect. Conversations grow movements.
Get more advocacy tips in our free workbook Turning the Page: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_...
Get more advocacy tips in our free workbook Turning the Page: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_...
January 6, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Not sure how to start a conversation at a meeting or town hall? You don’t need perfect words, just curiosity and a willingness to connect. Conversations grow movements.
Get more advocacy tips in our free workbook Turning the Page: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_...
Get more advocacy tips in our free workbook Turning the Page: www.freedomtoreadproject.org/turning_the_...
Books like Jerry Craft’s turn kids into readers and open doors they didn’t even know existed. That’s why access matters. When we protect the freedom to read, we protect curiosity, representation, and hope for every child.
#FreedomToRead #LetKidsRead #BooksMatter #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #LetKidsRead #BooksMatter #StopBookBans
January 5, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Books like Jerry Craft’s turn kids into readers and open doors they didn’t even know existed. That’s why access matters. When we protect the freedom to read, we protect curiosity, representation, and hope for every child.
#FreedomToRead #LetKidsRead #BooksMatter #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #LetKidsRead #BooksMatter #StopBookBans
Happy New Year from the Freedom to Read Project! 🎉📚
Thank you to every librarian, educator, parent, student, and advocate who stood up for access to books in 2025. Your voices and courage matter. Here’s to resilience, community, and a 2026 filled with curiosity, truth, and unbanned books.
Thank you to every librarian, educator, parent, student, and advocate who stood up for access to books in 2025. Your voices and courage matter. Here’s to resilience, community, and a 2026 filled with curiosity, truth, and unbanned books.
January 1, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Happy New Year from the Freedom to Read Project! 🎉📚
Thank you to every librarian, educator, parent, student, and advocate who stood up for access to books in 2025. Your voices and courage matter. Here’s to resilience, community, and a 2026 filled with curiosity, truth, and unbanned books.
Thank you to every librarian, educator, parent, student, and advocate who stood up for access to books in 2025. Your voices and courage matter. Here’s to resilience, community, and a 2026 filled with curiosity, truth, and unbanned books.
Picoult’s THE STORYTELLER confronts history, justice, trauma, and moral choice, exactly the kind of empathetic, critical reading we need. Banning it doesn’t protect anyone; it silences Holocaust conversations & hard truths. Powerful stories help us reckon with the past & build a more just future.
December 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Picoult’s THE STORYTELLER confronts history, justice, trauma, and moral choice, exactly the kind of empathetic, critical reading we need. Banning it doesn’t protect anyone; it silences Holocaust conversations & hard truths. Powerful stories help us reckon with the past & build a more just future.
Setting goals is an excellent way to jumpstart action. Are you ready for 2026? A new year is the perfect time to recommit to protecting access to books and standing up for intellectual freedom. Let’s make 2026 a year of courage, clarity, and collective action. 💛📖
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
December 30, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Setting goals is an excellent way to jumpstart action. Are you ready for 2026? A new year is the perfect time to recommit to protecting access to books and standing up for intellectual freedom. Let’s make 2026 a year of courage, clarity, and collective action. 💛📖
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
What will you stand for in 2026?
As censorship grows louder, our commitment to the freedom to read must grow stronger. Taking action doesn’t require perfection, just persistence. Show up, speak out, support readers. Let’s push back together with courage and community.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
As censorship grows louder, our commitment to the freedom to read must grow stronger. Taking action doesn’t require perfection, just persistence. Show up, speak out, support readers. Let’s push back together with courage and community.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
December 29, 2025 at 4:02 PM
What will you stand for in 2026?
As censorship grows louder, our commitment to the freedom to read must grow stronger. Taking action doesn’t require perfection, just persistence. Show up, speak out, support readers. Let’s push back together with courage and community.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
As censorship grows louder, our commitment to the freedom to read must grow stronger. Taking action doesn’t require perfection, just persistence. Show up, speak out, support readers. Let’s push back together with courage and community.
#FreedomToRead #StopBookBans
Elizabeth Acevedo’s CLAP WHEN YOU LAND is a breathtaking novel-in-verse about grief, sisterhood, identity, and the courage it takes to rebuild after loss. It gives young readers a powerful mirror for complicated emotions & a window into lives & cultures they may not know, but absolutely should.
December 17, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Elizabeth Acevedo’s CLAP WHEN YOU LAND is a breathtaking novel-in-verse about grief, sisterhood, identity, and the courage it takes to rebuild after loss. It gives young readers a powerful mirror for complicated emotions & a window into lives & cultures they may not know, but absolutely should.
Parents have every right to guide their own child’s reading choices. What they don’t have the right to do is limit access for other people’s children. Protecting student rights doesn’t diminish parental rights. It honors the balance that keeps schools fair, inclusive & educational for every family.
December 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Parents have every right to guide their own child’s reading choices. What they don’t have the right to do is limit access for other people’s children. Protecting student rights doesn’t diminish parental rights. It honors the balance that keeps schools fair, inclusive & educational for every family.
“Some [teachers] complained about the effect of technology on students’ stamina for reading and interest in books. But more pointed toward the curriculum products their schools had purchased from major publishers.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/u...
#Education #Literacy #ReadingMatters
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/u...
#Education #Literacy #ReadingMatters
December 15, 2025 at 2:47 PM
“Some [teachers] complained about the effect of technology on students’ stamina for reading and interest in books. But more pointed toward the curriculum products their schools had purchased from major publishers.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/u...
#Education #Literacy #ReadingMatters
www.nytimes.com/2025/12/12/u...
#Education #Literacy #ReadingMatters