You began reading to your child before he was born. As he grew, you began collecting shelves of colorful picture books. Now, you buy and borrow as many books as you can to keep your child reading and in love with the written word. You think that there can never be enough books for your child, until he chooses or is assigned one you disagree with. Maybe it’s the language. Or maybe you don’t think the main character is a good role model. Perhaps the book directly conflicts with your family’s faith. Whatever the reason — you definitely do not want your kid reading that book. What should you do? If the objectionable book is one your child chose, sit down with her and explain why you don’t think the book is appropriate. Help guide her toward books that you think are more appropriate, but keep the child’s reading ability and interests in mind. Often times, children quickly outgrow what’s