To me, the real problem is this:<p>"Dictionaries have been removed from classrooms in southern California schools after <i>a</i> parent complained about <i>a</i> child reading the definition for 'oral sex'."<p>One parent complains about one child reading one definition, and the schools freak out and make a drastic change which negatively affects education for all children (of those ages) in the schools. There is simply no way to justify a reaction like that.<p>A much better response would've been to send this letter to the parent: "We are an educational facility and will provide all the resources necessary for a complete education. Just as a microphone can be used to broadcast any message, our resources can be used for any education. We cannot be held responsible for how your child makes use of our educational resources outside of regularly scheduled class activities. We will not take any action in response to your complaint, but thank you for your concern."