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Banned Books

A guide to book restrictions and removals in the United States
Have books been banned in New Jersey schools or libraries? Yes.
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Black and White by Paul Volponi

Banned pending investigation in Lower Township Elementary School, 2021-2022.

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The Upside of Unrequited by Becky Albertalli

Banned in Sparta Township School District, 2023.

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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

Banned in Holmdel Township School District, 2023.

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Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race by Jessica Ralli

Banned in libraries at Westfield Public Schools, 2021-2022.

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Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes

Banned in classrooms in Sparta Township Public Schools, 2021-2022.

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The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

Banned from classrooms in Washington Township High School, 2022-2023.

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Almost American Girl by Robin Ha

Banned from classrooms in Watchung Borough School District, 2022-2023.

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Flor Fights Back: A Stonewall Riots Survival Story by Joy Michael Ellison

Banned in Freehold Township School District by administration, 2023-2024.