Two parents even filed police reports, according to the Leander Police Department. 'It’s innocent sexual experimentation between kids, which is actually kind of a common trope in coming-of-age novels.'įamilies in Leander, Texas, have also raised concerns over the “Lawn Boy” book. ''Lawn Boy' is a coming of age novel,' Evison said. A committee of students, staff and parents will then review the books and make a final decision.Īuthor Jonathan Evison said he stands by his work.
'Do not interrupt my time! Do not interrupt my time!' Langton responded.įairfax County Public Schools said it plans to temporarily suspend the two books from the library. Midway through the meeting, school officials appeared to cut her off, saying there were children in the audience. 'The illustrations include fellatio, sex toys,' she said at the meeting. Langton spoke Thursday night at the school board meeting. Why would you write such a thing? It’s so - just garbage. Seuss Titles Cease Publication Due to Racist Imagery
