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Sometimes finding the right book is a difficult task!  Use the links below as a guide!

 

 

  • Award-winning books are always a great place to start when searching for a book to read.  These national book awards include:

Newbery Medal - named in honor of eighteenth-century British bookseller John Newbery-awarded annually for excellent writing in children's literature

Caldecott Medal - named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott awarded annually for excellent illustrations in children's literature

Coretta-Scott King Book Award - given to African-American authors and illustrators for promoting an understanding and appreciation for the "American Dream.”

Michael J. Printz Award - named in honor of a Topeka, Kansas school librarian.   Awarded annually for excellent writing in young adult (YA) literature

Margaret A. Edwards – awarded annually for lifetime achievement in young adult literature

Other Links to assist with Book Selection

READ NC - This NC Department of Public Instruction site gives information to parents and teachers regarding Lexile measures and reading.  It includes a link for a Book Search based on Lexile levels.

ALA Best YA Books -Displays annual lists of favorite Young Adult books, voted by teens.

Read Kiddo Read - This site was created by author, James Patterson, for kids.  It has great lists of books by age and interest.  I love this site!

Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers- This is ALA's list of books (intended for recreational reading) for young adults (ages 12-18) who, for whatever reasons, do not like to read.

Storyline-Online streaming video program featuring Screen Actors Guild Foundation members reading children's books aloud.

Guys Read-A list of books middle-aged boys will want to read because of the connections.

TeenReads-Information and features about favorite authors, books (and their reviews), characters, and series for teens.  This is a very cool site!

 

 

Outstanding Books about Science- Are you interested in reading books with a scientific theme?  Check out these titles!!

Outstanding Books about Social Studies- Are you interested in reading books about Social Studies?  Check out this site!

 

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