Book Searches - Search for the perfect book by age group, subject, genre, and much more.

Database of Award Winning Children's Literature - Over 5,000 award winning books which you can search through by age, genre, type, historical period, and much more.

Children Book Awards - Find out more about award winning books, by exploring these links.

Caldecott Medal Winners - Awarded since 1938, by the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished picture books.

MASL for 2012-13 Black-Eyed Susan Award List - Awarded since 1992, by the State of Maryland, The Black-Eyed Susan Book Award is a children's choice award given to authors and/or illustrators of outstanding books chosen for the award by Maryland students.

Newbery Medal & Honor Books - Awarded since 1922, by the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished picture books.

Young Adult Library Service has developed several awards that will help you find:

General recommended reading - Best Fiction for Young Adults
Books for College Bound Students- Outstanding Books For College Bound
Authors that have stood the test of time - Alex Award
Recreational reading for those who do not like to read - Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

Summer Reading Lists - Check out these summer reading lists.

Education.com
Find everything you need to make reading fun this summer, from grade-based and theme-based reading recommendations to page-turning activity ideas.

Family Education
Explore fun books that will encourage your kids to love reading, while improving their language arts skills.

Summer Reading Lists on the Web
Link to a great lists of lists offering bundles of reading suggestions. You’ll find excellent resources for students, resources for parents who are looking to help kids locate great books, or teachers who might be compiling reading lists for kids to take home this summer or anytime.

PBS KIDS Summer Reading Community Challenge
Get your kids reading this summer! Join in on the fun with a free 6-week program to help children discover the joys of reading. Sign up soon, the program starts June 6th.

• Daily email with fun activities to build reading skills

• Tricks and advice from your Challenge coach

• Great book suggestions for kids of all ages

• Tips from other parents taking the challenge

• A chance to win daily prizes

Summer Reading Programs at Public Libraries
Get kids engaged in great books and learning this summer. Check out your local public library to get involved in innovative and exciting reading programs and activities for many different age groups. Most summer programs begin in early June.

Importance of Summer Reading
Learn why public library reading programs are so important to the growth and development of children and families.

Authors on the Web - Learn more about favorite authors and find activities to help students further explore reading, writing, and the art of storytelling.

Avi - Newberry award winner and author of both young adult and children's fictions. His works include historical, fantasy, comedy, adventure, and mystery.

Chris Van Allsburg - Author and Illustrator of the modern day classics, Jumangi, Polar Express, and Wreck of the Zephyr.

David Maculay - Author and Illustrator who has combine his knowledge of architecture. Many of his books have been made into educational TV programs. Be sure to check out his site for his book The Way Things Work.

Edgar Allen Poe - Explore the mystery and drama of Poe through Thinkport's Webby Award winning field trip.

Jan Brett - Author and illustrator of Berlioz the Bear and the Mitten.

Laura Ingalls Wilder - Learn more about Laura and her books. Here, you can find information about her "little houses" and her friends and family who were made famous through her books.

Louis Sachar - Award-winning author of over twenty fiction and educational books for children. His book, Holes, won the prestigious National Book Award and the Newbery Medal. Also be sure to check out Wayside School series.

Scott O'Dell - Author of young adult historical fiction that includes strong male and female characters of diverse backgrounds.

Reading Resources - Additional resources to you find out more about literacy, reading and edcuation.

PBS KIDS Raising Readers
Play, explore and read with award-winning PBS KIDS resources, games and learning adventures.

Reading Rockets
Access great resources to teach kids to read- and valuable resources for teachers, parents, principles and librarians.

(RIF) Reading is Fundamental
RIF is the largest children’s literacy nonprofit in the United States. They prepare and motivate children to read by delivering free books and literacy resources to children and families who need them most.

Scholastic – All About Reading
Find reading activities, great books, and resources to help get your child set for reading success.

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