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French Education Ministry Cancels Modernized 'La Belle et la Bête' for CM2 Students

The Ministry cited age-inappropriate themes, while the author Jul criticized the move as politically motivated censorship.

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Le ministère de l'éducation nationale n'a pas apprécié que le père de « Belle » soit caricaturé en brigand maghrébin.

Overview

  • The French Ministry of Education canceled 800,000 copies of Jul's version of 'La Belle et la Bête,' citing its unsuitability for 10-11-year-olds without pedagogical guidance.
  • The book included modernized elements such as a father depicted as drunk and references to social media, which the Ministry deemed more appropriate for older students.
  • Jul accused the Ministry of political censorship, suggesting discomfort with diverse representations in the story's characters.
  • Élisabeth Borne defended the decision, stating the book could be used in other contexts with proper educational support.
  • The Ministry announced 'L’Odyssée d’Homère' will replace the canceled book for the 'Un livre pour les vacances' program, raising concerns about logistical challenges due to the last-minute change.