From WOOD COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
Teachers, book enthusiasts, parents, and readers of all ages are invited to participate in a Mock Caldecott Election on Sunday, January 26th at 2:00pm in the Wood County District Public Library Meeting Room. The Caldecott Medal is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. At the Wood County District Public Library’s Mock Election, everyone will take a close look at some carefully selected, beautifully illustrated picture books from the past year, then help select a “most distinguished” picture book. Kathy East, retired Children’s Librarian, will share her experiences serving on the Caldecott committee in 1987 and chairing it in 2004. The program will run approximately two hours.
The books we will be considering for our Mock Election are currently on display in the Children’s Place. Everyone is invited to read and look at the books on closed reserve status.
The Caldecott award winner, along with the Newbery award winner and many others will be officially announced on Monday, January 27th at the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Seattle.
For more information, contact the Children’s Place at 419-352-8253.
