While The Hate U Give has been on banned books lists for years, it feels more imperative than ever to champion this book and spread its messages now.

The Hate U Give was among the American Library Association's top 10 most challenged books in 2020.

The teacher whose social justice lesson includes the book said her plan follows state English-language arts standards and doesn’t contradict any major age guidance.

Our next selection, which we will discuss on Feb. 22, is Dean Atta’s “The Black Flamingo,” recipient, along with “The Hate U Give,” of Time magazine’s 100 Best Young Adult Book Of All ...