LeVar Burton’s ‘Butterfly in the Sky’: A Stand Against Book Bans
LeVar Burton, the esteemed actor and host renowned for his role on the children’s educational show “Reading Rainbow,” has expressed profound emotion while discussing the documentary adaptation of the program, titled “Butterfly in the Sky.”
LeVar Burton gets emotional discussing the “Reading Rainbow” doc in an era of book banning. pic.twitter.com/dkvc3VfNmM
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His emotional response highlights the contemporary context of book banning, emphasizing the documentary’s relevance as a countermeasure in today’s cultural and educational landscape.
Burton, who also starred as Geordi La Forge on “Star Trek,” views the documentary as an essential antidote during this time of heightened conflict regarding banned books
His emotional engagement underscores the personal and societal significance he places on the issues of literacy and access to diverse literature, reflecting his ongoing commitment to reading and education. The theme song of Reading Rainbow will remain etched in our minds forever, and the show itself will always hold a significant place in our hearts.
