Perfect for newcomers and returning participants alike! Learn the purpose and criteria for each award. Explore how award committees critically evaluate books while discussing a few of the titles in depth.
- Caldecott
- Newbery
- The Lions Run, by Sarah Pennypacker
- When Tomorrow Burns, by Tae Keller
- Printz
- Soundtrack, by Jason Reynold
- Traitor’s Nest, by Frances Hardinge
During the month of November, each library system will offer a in-person, two hour workshop on each award.
| Johnson County Library System | Kansas City Public Library System | Mid-Continent Public Library System |
|---|---|---|
| Newbery Award November 6 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Leawood Pioneer Branch | Caldecott Award November 4 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Plaza Branch | Printz Award November 5 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Woodneath Branch |
| Caldecott Award November 9 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Central Resource Library | Printz Award November 10 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm North-East Branch | Newbery Award November 12 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Red Bridge Branch |
| Printz Award November 19 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Monticello Branch | Newbery Award November 21 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Central Library | Caldecott Award November 18 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm North Independence Branch |
