[aisle] Teacher complaint (and removal behind my back) about a book in my library

[Christine Wilson]

Oh how infuriating!!The teacher could have at least had the decency to let
you know why she took the book, or better yet, have a face to face
conversation with you!

I agree with the others that you should review your collection development
and book challenge policies (I'm guessing most of us don't even have a
place in our challenge process for teacher challenges!!). Be strong, and
know you are right, regardless of what happens.

Your email made me think about this article about an author visit:
https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2017/03/23/please-dont-talk-about-your-book-by-barbara-dee/


On Fri, Mar 18, 2022 at 7:56 AM Whitlock, Robyn via AISLE <
aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> Good morning, Laurie,
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> I SO GET your frustration!! I think it’s important to look at your
> district policy for collection development AND challenged books before
> talking to your principle. If a book is being challenged, does it stay on
> the shelf or get removed from the shelf? Does the collection development
> policy support diversity and inclusion?
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> You want to show that it’s an age appropriate resource that supports the
> district initiatives.
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> There is plenty to offend everyone on the shelves, which is why students
> get to choose what to check out. It’s one thing for a parent to ask that
> THEIR child not be allowed to check out a certain book, but that same
> parent doesn’t get to make that choice for OTHER parents and their
> children. (Literally, the SAME rights they are asking for!)
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> I get worked up, too. Clearly. 😊
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> Good luck!!
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> Robyn Whitlock | LMC Director | Waubonsie Valley High School
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> 630.375.2537
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> <https://204teenreads.weebly.com/>
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> *From:* AISLE <aisle-bounces at list.railslibraries.info> * On Behalf Of *Laurie
> H via AISLE
> *Sent:* Thursday, March 17, 2022 6:44 PM
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> *Cc:* Laurie H <lauriehed at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* [aisle] Teacher complaint (and removal behind my back) about a
> book in my library
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> Hello all,
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> I am trying to remain calm.
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> I put a new book on display on Tuesday,* Fred Gets Dressed* - Ages 3-6.
> Yesterday, while I was not in that building, a teacher came and took the
> book (didn't check it out) and went to my principal.  Said teacher doesn't
> want it in my collection because she wouldn't want to talk to her own son
> about it nor would she want to have to answer to parents.
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> I am beyond upset.  Beyond.  But I will have a clear head when I speak
> with my principal who is quite open minded but also has respect for said
> teacher.  I found this out late today so I have not had a chance to discuss
> with anyone at work.  Can someone talk me off of the ledge?
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> Laurie
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