Booklists

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    Need some help finding your next great read? You've come to the right place! 

    This page features lists of recommended titles published by organizations such as the International Reading Association (IRA), the American Library Association (ALA), and others. Lists include books from various fiction and nonfiction genres.

    ENJOY!

    Lists include:

    • Young Adults' Choices: IRA publication featuring chosen by middle and high school students in grades 7-12. (see attached PDF file at the bottom of the page)
    • Children's Choices: IRA publication of books chosen by children in grades K-6. (see attached PDF)
    • Teachers' Choices: IRA publication of books chosen by teachers of grades K-8. (see attached PDF)
    • Booklist Editors' Choice: Books for Youth: ALA publication of the "best-of-the-year fiction, nonfiction, and picture books" for readers in grades K-12.
    • Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults: ALA's Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) publication of the year's best nonfiction titles for readers between the ages of 12 and 18. 
    • Great Graphic Novels for Teens: ALA's YALSA publication of recommended fiction and nonfiction graphic novels for readers between the ages of 12 and 18.
    • Notable Children's Books: Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) publication of the "best-of-the-best of children's books" for readers in grades K-12.
    • Newbery Medal Books:  Awarded every year by ALSC to honor the most distinguished  American literature for children.
    • Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers: ALA's YALSA publication of titles for reluctant young adult readers (ages 12-18).
    • Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults: ALA's YALSA publication of recommended audiobooks for . young adult readers (ages 12-18).
    • Teens Top 10: Teens nominate their favorite titles from the previous year.
    • Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal: Honors informational titles for their contribution to children's literature.
    • Best Picture Books 2016: Picture books recommended by www.goodreads.com.
     

    Keep visiting for updates and new booklists! Visit the Junior Library Guild website, and the ALA awards page to check out more award winning titles!

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