We are entering our sixth year of Mock Caldecott, and have decided to try a new approach to the program.
In order to more closely follow the process of the Real Committee, instead of monthly meetings, we will recommend titles to read each month. Additionally, we will solicit suggestions from our participants. All books, including those suggested by participants, will be placed on reserve at the Curriculum Resource Center. We encourage participants to use the Mock Caldecott Evaluation Sheet while reading the books.
In November, December, and January, registered participants will get to nominate titles they feel most closely meet the criteria for the Caldecott Medal. Directions on that process will be sent in November. We'll just casually enjoy reading and experiencing picture books until then. :)
On Friday, January 27, the Mock Caldecott Extravaganza will be held from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. During this marathon session, we will meet as a committee, review all the nominated titles under consideration, discuss the titles, and follow the process (as closely as possible) to determine a winner. Pizza, snacks, and beverages will be served as we ballot and vote until one title remains.
The CRC's Mock Caldecott has correctly guessed the winner every year for the past three years. Will our streak continue? Join us to find out!
Every year, the Association of Library Services to Children, a division of the American Library Association, awards the Caldecott Medal to the artist(s) of the most distinguished American children’s picture book.
Criteria for the Award
from ALSC guidelines for the Caldecott Medal (ala.org/awards) with some emphasis from me
If the CRC does not have a copy of the book you'd like to read, consider getting the book through OhioLink.
Here's how:
Your book will arrive, generally, in 5-7 days.