Yes, Bridge to Terabithia Is Banned!
ISBN: 9780064401845
📖 Why You Should Read This Book
A children's book that doesn't shy away from grief.
Katherine Paterson’s Newbery Medal classic about friendship and loss.
Why This Book Was Banned
The reasons listed above reflect formal challenge attempts. The real reasons are more complicated.
Why You Should Read This
A children’s book that doesn’t shy away from grief.
Why Was It Banned?
Where Was It Banned?
Read It Anyway
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridge to Terabithia banned?
Yes, Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson has been banned or challenged in 8 documented instances across 1 states in the United States, including Multiple. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.
Why was Bridge to Terabithia banned?
Bridge to Terabithia has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Death, Fantasy Elements. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is Bridge to Terabithia banned?
As of 2025, Bridge to Terabithia has been banned or challenged in Multiple. Notable bans include Multiple districts (2024).