Yes, Big Nate Diaries Is Banned!
ISBN: 9780061124891
📖 Why You Should Read This Book
Kids love this book. That's why some want it gone.
Lincoln Peirce’s middle-grade comic novel.
Why This Book Was Banned
The reasons listed above reflect formal challenge attempts. The real reasons are more complicated.
Why You Should Read This
Kids love this book. That’s why some want it gone.
Why Was It Banned?
Where Was It Banned?
Read It Anyway
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Big Nate Diaries banned?
Yes, Big Nate Diaries by Lincoln Peirce 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 Big Nate Diaries banned?
Big Nate Diaries has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Potty Humor, School Authority. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is Big Nate Diaries banned?
As of 2025, Big Nate Diaries has been banned or challenged in Multiple. Notable bans include Multiple districts (2024).