School Boards shouldn’t be allowed to ban books for many reasons that cause controversy. Our Rights are to be able to choose what we want to read. The people that try to ban books give bogus reasons which cause books to be banned for nothing. Some books are allowed to be banned because kids shouldn’t read them like 50 Shades of Grey. School Boards shouldn’t be allowed to ban books because most of the reasons are jokes. Some books have explicit dialog and the school boards might not want kids
Huckleberry Finn, and The Autobiography of Malcolm X. While many people support the idea of banning books that contain controversial ideas, they are not taking into consideration the harm that may be caused by this. Banning books is not only injurious and damaging to current students but, it will also have a negative effect on the children of generations to come. Without taking a deeper look into the consequence book banning may have, the adults of today may be limiting
People often attempt to shield others from what they deem inappropriate and obscene. The Catcher in the Rye happens to be a prime candidate for censorship ever since its publication due to its wide assortment of controversial topics. Written by J.D. Salinger, the novel follows a cynical protagonist, Holden Caulfield, as he battles his insecurities and personal demons. Holden’s eventual acceptance that adulthood is an inevitable part of life, one that he, nor anyone else can escape is a key component
anti-christian”. It was also challenged by Cedar Grove Middle School in Wilmington, North Carolina in 2015 for having “racism, bullying, violence, and sexual behavior” (Marshall University). There are many schools within the United States that have tried to ban the novel from their libraries or curriculums because of things discussed. The novel includes sections discussing masturbation, racist jokes, and anti-christian sentiments. Parents of the students that have to read the book are the ones who find the
There has been controversy over this book being taught in schools since desegregation in the 1950’s. The reason the book is so controversial is because some feel it is too racist, due to the frequent use of the N-word and worry about racial issues amongst classmates and also the improper English. The reality is that this book really depicts the era that this book was set in and what it was like back then. The question, should The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn be taught in school? The answer is
People diagnosed with ADHD are treated with psychostimulants drugs and one of the most common is Adderall. However, the rising number of students without ADHD using prescription drugs like Adderall has become a controversy. These brain enhancers help with staying focused and alert. From students to education experts, there are some expectations and concerns of the impact of using brain enhancers. Some may claim that the drug can be addictive while others argue that there isn't enough evidence of