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When children’s literature is attacked, it impacts what young people learn about their world. From a recent @PENAmerica, 1,477 instances of individual books were banned, in just the first 6 months of 2023. Book bans usually affect children's lit and BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors. 1/

When children’s literature is attacked, it impacts what young people learn about their world. As a proud partner of @UniteAgainstBookBans, 826 National is committed to protect the freedom to read and write for every young person.⁠ 1/

Earlier this year, we asked the 826 Network, "What book or author should everyone read/know about?" Check out their answers in this year's 826 Summer Reading List: 826national.org/summer-reading…

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Writing has the power to open minds, unlock opportunities, and literally change our collective narrative. Limiting access to quality education limits students’ opportunities and limits our nation.
Read 826 National’s response to the recent SCOTUS ruling at 826national.org/youth-writing-…

🎉🎉🎉 And just like that, another school year comes to a close. Congratulations to all of the amazing students and a BIG thank you to all the dedicated educators who made this school year extraordinary!

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