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Library Bill of Rights

The library bill of rights is a set of rules that helps libraries ensure that everyone is able to read, learn and access information without any interference or discrimination. Just like how we need rules to make sure our games are fair and everyone plays nicely, libraries also need rules to make sure that everyone who wants to read or access information can do so without any problems.

One of the main rules in the library bill of rights is that libraries cannot limit the access to materials or information just because someone disagrees with it or dislikes it. In other words, libraries cannot say that you can't read a book just because they don't like what it says. This means that you can read any book you want, even if someone else disagrees with what's in it. Libraries also have to make sure that they don't limit or censor any content just because it is controversial or considered to be offensive.

Another rule in the library bill of rights is that libraries have to protect people's privacy. Just like how we don't want others snooping around in our personal belongings, libraries have to make sure that the information people read or access is kept confidential. This means that library records and borrowing history cannot be shared with anyone outside the library without the person's permission.

Overall, the library bill of rights is a set of rules that help libraries ensure that everyone can read, learn and access information without anyone else getting in the way. And just like how we have rules to make sure our games are fun and fair for everyone, the library bill of rights helps ensure that our libraries are welcoming and free for everyone too!