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ALT Banned Books Week (October 5-11) graphic titled 'From BANNED to Beloved' created by Surrey Libraries. The image shows three classic children's book covers: Alice in Wonderland, The Lorax' by Dr. Seuss, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' by L. Frank Baum with illustrations by W.W. Denslow. The text asks 'Did you know that some of the stories we grew up with were once Banned Books?'
ALT A graphic with the cover of The Lorax by Dr. Seuss, showing the iconic orange-moustached character standing among colourful trees with yellow and orange tufts against a blue sky and green grass. A red 'BANNED' stamp is overlaid across the cover. The text explains that the book was banned in parts of the US in the 1980s for being 'anti-logging' and accused of unfairly portraying the forest industry. It notes the irony that it's now celebrated as a classic eco-story about caring for the planet.
ALT Graphic with the vintage cover of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, illustrated by W.W. Denslow, showing the Tin Man and Cowardly Lion. A red BANNED stamp is overlaid across the cover. The text explains the book was banned in some US schools from the 1920s-1950s for depicting 'strong, independent women' and 'glorifying witches,' with some religious groups claiming it promoted 'unwholesome values.' It is now considered an enduring tale of courage and friendship.
ALT A graphic about Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll featuring the book cover with a large red 'BANNED' stamp across it. The cover shows the classic illustration of Alice in her blue dress with playing cards scattered around her. The text explains that the book was banned in China in 1931 because animals talking was considered to 'put humans and beasts on the same level,' which was deemed insulting and dangerous at the time. Today, the book is cherished for its whimsy and imagination.
ALT Photograph of a landscape book page. Random words have been circled, with the rest of the page coloured in. The background has been coloured black, with colourful butterflies, flowers, and stars scattered across. The word “PLAY” is written in bold colourful letters across the page.
ALT Photograph of a portrait book. Random words have been circled, with the rest of the page coloured in. The background has been coloured black, with colourful butterflies, flowers, and stars scattered across. The word “PLAY” is written in bold colourful letters down the length of the page.
ALT Two students sitting at a desk writing. Text underneath the image reads: "Secondary school admissions are open. Apply by 31 October 2025"
ALT International Literacy Day graphic featuring the theme "Beyond Books: Promoting literacy in the digital era". A stack of open books is shown in the background. Image includes the UNESCO logo, Surrey Libraries branding and text International Literacy Day Monday 8th September.
ALT Only a couple weeks left of this years Summer Reading Challenge. If you have been reading some fab books this holiday then don't forget to pop into your local library and collect your prizes. Ending on 13 September
ALT A white box with black text reading "July Most Borrowed" and four book covers on a background of a field of yellow flowers with a blue sky. A multicoloured banner at the base.
ALT A boy standing in a garden is smiling at the camera, holding his Summer Reading Challenge completion certificate and a green wristband.
ALT Summer Reading Challenge asset with Story Garden book covers arranged in a grid.
ALT Summer Reading Challenge asset with book covers of Story Garden picture books arranged in a grid.
ALT Summer Reading Challenge asset with Story Garden book covers for early readers arranged in a grid.
ALT Summer Reading Challenge asset with Story Garden middle grade book covers arranged in a grid.
ALT A phone screen displaying the The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman on the BorrowBox app. Behind a green geometric background and to the left white text reading "Listen Now.". A multi-coloured banner at the base with the Surrey County Council logo in the top right corner.
ALT Illustration of a girl with brown hat, red afro, dark glasses, blue tshirt, green trousers and stripey trainers. She is holding a book in her right hand and a cane in her left. Green text in the top right reads: Story Garden. Small, dark blue text at the bottom reads: Story Garden illustrations by Dapo Adeola, illustrations and logo © The Reading Agency 2025
ALT Illustration of a girl with long blonde hair, dark glasses, stripey tshirt and orange shorts. She's holding a tablet and digital pen in her right hand, and a cane in her left. Orange text in the top right reads: Marvellous Makers. Small, dark blue text at the bottom reads: Marvellous Makers illustrations by Natelle Quek, illustrations and logo © The Reading Agency 2025
ALT Illustration of Jamal carrying a potted plant surrounded by animated garden creatures and books, promoting the Summer Reading Challenge and books with fun facts at Surrey Libraries.
ALT Colourful cover of The Children's Book of Wildlife watching by Dan Rowse, with photos and illustrations of a ladybird, snail, birds, and plants
ALT Cover of The Observologist by Giselle Clarkson, featuring a large illustration of a dragonfly.
ALT A photo of a rainbow heart made out of books with a graphic that reads 'Happy Book Lovers Day!'
ALT Illustration of a child watering a garden where books grow like plants, promoting the Summer Reading Challenge at Surrey Libraries.
ALT Cover of Wonder World Earth book showing two children exploring soil with animals like a fox, rabbits, and a turtle around them.
