This October, Read Fearlessly by choosing a story that has been challenged or banned.
Join the Challenge
Track your reading, uncover a banned book, and give it a place on your shelf to earn this month’s bingo badge on Beanstack
Attend a Program
Participate in Read Fearlessly Week, a celebration of the freedom to read and the creativity of young voices.
Attend read-aloud sessions featuring banned or challenged books, open mic events, or book discussions on stories once considered controversial. All programs will convey one message: reading fearlessly opens the door to imagination and understanding.
Show Off What You've Learned
Share your reading experiences, fun facts, and program highlights using #ReadFearlessly and #YOTB.
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