# Why Kids Need Banned Books | Jason Reynolds and Dr. Emily Knox | A Kids Co. (Re-Run)

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Podcast: [Raising Us: A Parenting Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/raising-us-a-parenting-podcast-1577008)
Published: 2025-12-30T08:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

Banned books are sparking debates in schools and libraries across the country. But what do book bans really mean for the kids in your life? And how can families respond in ways that build understanding instead of fear? In this episode, bestselling author Jason Reynolds (All American Boys, Long Way Down) talks about what it feels like to see his work pulled from classrooms, and scholar Dr. Emily Knox (Book Banning in the 21st Century) explains how censorship takes shape today and why it matters for all of us. They highlight practical ways to guide the kids in your life through tough topics on the page without shutting the door on important stories.

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