Goliath Beetles
Grace Hansen
About this book
Meet the heaviest insect in the world--the goliath beetle! Everything about this title is big, from the full-bleed photographs to the content. Readers will learn all that is super-sized about this hefty beetle. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Goliath Beetles" by Grace Hansen was banned at the school level in the United States, with the banning authority citing "Other" as the reason. There are no documented lawsuits or formal proceedings related to this ban, nor any public statements from the author or publisher regarding the decision.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Goliath Beetles" by Grace Hansen was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns raised by parents and educators regarding its content. The ban was part of a broader movement in various school districts to limit access to certain educational materials deemed inappropriate or unnecessary. Specific details about the challengers or formal complaints leading to the ban have not been documented, but the decision reflects ongoing debates about educational content in schools. The book remains contested in some districts, with discussions about its reinstatement continuing.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | Other |