Maryland fREADOM Fighters
Literacy for All!
The Maryland fREADom Fighters newsletter is a resource for all who support literacy and libraries. An effort between MD Intellectual Freedom Network members, this newsletter was created based on the needs expressed by various library communities and supporters.
Legislative Alert!
Learn About New Legislation Being Proposed
Below is some good news from our illustrious state of Maryland.
It Begins with Us
Postcard Activity
Sign up and Speak Up
Several school board meetings need public commentary defending literacy for all. Sign up to speak and show up to share your voice.
Below are just some of the topics we can highlight if selected to speak at a school board meeting:
- United Against Book Bans Talking Points
- Explain and describe how a book on the banned list positively impacted you or another
- ALA's Library Bill of Rights
- Resources — For The People (librariesforthepeople.org)
- Resources — For The People (librariesforthepeople.org)
Whether you attend a school board meeting in your community or contact your representative, speak up for access, choice, and equity.
Elevator Speech
Share the elevator speech in one or more of the following ways:
Board of Directors
Parents/Caregivers
Representatives
School principal
PTA/PTSA
School Board
Stand Up
Many defenders of literacy are showing up to show their literacy support. Consider using some of the resources below to start your grassroots effort.
Support Challenged Books
Use Book Resumes to gain positive insights regarding commonly challenged titles.
