Banned or Challenged Books Kids Should Read

These top picks for children and teens for Banned Books Week – happening Sept. 30-Oct. 6, 2012 – carry lots of lessons in life and imagination

Megan Krueger

(page 4 of 10)

From periods and learning to kiss to training bras, sixth-grade Margaret discusses her major life changes, and often directs the discussion to God. It made the ALA's top-100 most challenged and banned books list during the 1990s and the early 2000s.

Why kids should read it: The book can be a teaching tool to show young girls about bodily changes and social changes they're starting to experience in the sixth grade.

Suggested reader age group: 10-12+ years old because of the book's focus on the life of a sixth-grade girl.

This page requires javascript. It seems that your browser does not have Javascript enabled. Please enable Javascript and press the Reload/Refresh button on your browser.

Add your comment:

Create an instant account, or please log in if you have an account.

Email address (not displayed publicly)

Password

Forgot your password?

Characters remaining

Please enter the letters from the image below:

Audio version (mp3)

More »Latest Articles & Blog Posts

	Parents Take Children's Problems into Their Own Hands These two 'vigilante' moms (and a few dads) illustrate the saying 'I'd do anything for my kid.' Would your 'Mama Bear' instinct prompt you to do the same? Ashley Mohler
	Preparing Your Family for Severe Weather in Southeast Michigan The massive tornado that devastated Moore, Okla. on May 20 is a reminder that being ready for bad weather during our own tornado and thunderstorm season is imperative. Megan Krueger
	Gifts for Tweens and Middle Schoolers They'll Actually Like Make a big impression with cool gifts for that impossible-to-buy-for kid. We found these trendy presents for your teenager so you don't have to. Ashley Mohler
	Craft Roundup: Party Time Crafts and DIY Projects Decoration ideas for upcoming spring and summer celebrations, from graduation parties to kids birthdays and any special family occasion in between. Lish Dorset
	10 Tips for Talking to Your Aging Parents about Future Care From timing to topics, it can be a sticky subject. But it's crucial. Here's how to have a dignified, respectful conversation with your mom or dad – while they're healthy. Courtesy of MetLife
	Tips for Hosting a Garage Sale with Your Kids It's a great way to clear out old stuff. And, with these three ideas, an at-home summer sale can become a fun financial family lesson, too. Kristen J. Gough
	Better Bedtime Techniques to Get Toddlers to Sleep Antsy little kids can be the toughest customers to lull to bed. If you're at your wits' end, try these three tried-and-true tips from southeast Michigan moms. Natacha V. Beim and Caroline MacKinnon