Library Programs
Banned Books Week - September / October:
This event celebrates the freedom to read. Frequently challenged books and websites are featured.
Teen Tober - October: This is an opportunity to celebrate teens and reading, sponsored by Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA).
Picture Book Month - November:
This event is sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) celebrates reading picture books.
Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! - January:
Each January Brevard District Schools participates in the state’s reading initiative, Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! Media Specialists, Administrators and Reading Coaches typically collaborate to plan events to occur during that week to promote reading. Activities sponsored by the state typically include a Public Service Announcement video contest, Million Minute Reading Challenge, as well as other activities. For more information, visit the Just Read, Florida! website.
Read Across America Day - March:
This event takes place in early March of each year to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Information and updates on the event may be found on the website.
SLAM (Sunshine Literacy Adventures in Media) - April:
The state professional library media association works with students and teachers annually to select a group of books for the Sunshine State Young Readers' Award Program (SSYRA). The purpose of the SSYRA program is to encourage (K-8) students to read independently for personal satisfaction, based on interest rather than reading level. Each year, in the Spring, many schools in Brevard gather at various host schools around the district to celebrate the reading of these titles in the event known as the SLAM.
School Library Month/National Library Week - April:
This month focuses on school libraries and the services they offer. Visit the AASL website for more information or the ALA website for National Library Week.
National Poetry Month - April:
The Academy of American Poets hosts National Poetry Month each April. An Internet search for “national poetry month” will provide resources for any age level.
Florida Literacy Association (FLA) Children's Book Award
The Florida Literacy Association titles are selected annually to appeal to students (Pre K - 2) and reflect a variety of formats and interests.
For more information, please visit the official FLA website.
Sunshine State Young Readers Awards (SSYRA)
Each year a new group of winning titles for grades (K-8) are selected for their literary value, variety of genre and appeal, and multicultural representation.
For more information, please visit the official SSYRA website.
FLorida Teens Read (FTR)
The Florida Teens Read is a list of fifteen titles annually selected by a committee of media specialists to engage high school students (9-12) that reflect a variety of interests.
For more information, please visit the official FTR website.
Library Spotlight