The+Amazing+Bone

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 * Name of book:** The Amazing Bone
 * Author:** William Steig
 * Description:** This book is about a pig named Pearl who finds a talking bone. Together they journey to Pearl’s home but not before they meet the mean fox who threatens their safety.
 * Genre:** Children’s Fiction Picture Book
 * Questionable Items:** This book has been criticized for the use of tobacco by a character. It has also been criticized for content that is scary for children. In the book, the characters are threatened by robbers with guns.
 * Public’s Opinion:** According to Goodreads.com, the majority of the public gives this book a 5 out of 5 stars. They call it a classic and very enjoyable to read. Some reviewers believe that it may be a little too much for children who develop fears easily.
 * History of Censorship:** In 2008 a parent in Florida sought to have this book banned from the elementary library because she objected to the scene of the main character being threatened by robbers with a gun. In 1986 a parent in New Jersey objected to the use of tobacco in the book.
 * Age Group:** 5 and up