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Student book trailers created in iMovie by 4th, 5th and 6th graders.
Student book trailers created in iMovie by 4th, 5th and 6th graders.
The first Best of WW Medal was awarded in 2016 by the ARHS class of 2028.
In 2015 - 2016 Wildwood students were outraged that the Caldecott Committee was (and still is) only made up of adult judges. They decided they needed to do something about it!
In 2015 - 2016 Wildwood students were outraged that the Caldecott Committee was (and still is) only made up of adult judges. They decided they needed to do something about it!
The Best of Wildwood Award began that same year. Only kids were (and still are) allowed to vote. Up until 2021, only Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade students could vote. In 2022 our 3rd grade classes created the judging criteria and opened the voting to all grade levels K- 6.
What is the Caldecott Medal?
What is the Caldecott Medal?
Guiding Questions or What Does "Distinguished" mean?
Does the story appeal to a kid audience?Guiding Questions or What Does "Distinguished" mean?
Are the illustrations original and outstanding?
How do the text and the illustration work together?
Wildwood Students explore book design and the literary elements of plot, characters, setting and theme by reading the newest and critically acclaimed picture books during the fall semester.
Wildwood Students explore book design and the literary elements of plot, characters, setting and theme by reading the newest and critically acclaimed picture books during the fall semester.
The Caldecott Award is given each year by the American Library Association to the most distinguished picture book for children.
Best of Wildwood invites our students to evaluate picture books based on criteria that they determine. See the slideshow below for the student created criteria.
4th, 5th and 6th graders read and rated over 50 picture books published in 2024. This year, for the first time, our older students decided what books are featured and read aloud to younger grades during library class.
See their iMovie trailers below!
4th, 5th and 6th graders read and rated over 50 picture books published in 2024. This year, for the first time, our older students decided what books are featured and read aloud to younger grades during library class.
See their iMovie trailers below!
Books must be published in 2024.
Wildwood students vote in Jan. 2025.
Books must be published in 2024.
Wildwood students vote in Jan. 2025.
NEW! "Reasons to keep it on the ballot"
NEW! "Reasons to keep it on the ballot"
Students share their strong and insightful opinions about our nominated titles. This new addition to our website showcases our students' thinking and sharing so our 3rd grade students can make informed decisions about what books make it to the final voting ballot.
Esme, Penelope - The Bicycle.movReasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a true story.
It a story about kindness.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
Connects to our diverse community
Explains the origin of Step dancing
Soul Step Kamryn Liza 😜.mov
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
"Makes my soul feel refreshed"
About the importance of friendship
Oumar Omar Carlos Bros.movCarole Boston Weatherford's 4 Caldecott Honor Books. Use the library catalog to find them!
Zandi’s Song Layla Toranj Ivy.movIvy, Toranj, Layla
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It's unique
It's a story about taking care of our environment
Aloha everything Mshkat and Ruqayyah.MOVReasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is about being connected to nature.
The book connects to our diverse WW community.
Naomi craft roach final.mov
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It's message to try new things is inspiring.
It is about being friends with bugs.
It is sparkly.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is funny
It has a good message: be friends with people who let you be yourself.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
The illustrations are unique because they have Chinese characters.
It is a story that teaches us not to give up.
It is a story that is welcoming to people in our community.
Tricky Chopsticks by Julian and Ryan S.MOVAnson and Dexter AHOY.MOV
Reason to keep it on the ballot:
The illustrations are unique.
Is the story good enough?
It is a story about imagination. See Built to Last
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
The illustrations are unique.
The story is unique and includes a culture represented at WW.
Juelz and Artimis-being home.MOV
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a fairy tale and we don't have other fairy tales on the ballot.
The illustrations are amazing
It has a good message: "We are all just the right size."
Wynn unicorn .mov
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
The illustrations are unique.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a story of friendship
Lev Phin Built To Last final.MOVhttps://www.rallytoread.org/resources
Minh Le reads aloud under "Community"
Zuzu caged.movAugustus Ava Rock in my Throat.mov
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
The story represents people at WW.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It makes the reader feel big feelings
I felt like I was in the story.
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a unique story that inspires.
It is nonfiction
Jannat and Kati the girl who.MOV
Brendan Kaiser - No Cats In The Library.movReasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a story from the cat's perspective and that is unique.
Tulsi and Rowan BLUE PICKUP .MOV
Reasons to keep it on the ballot:
It is a story that shows the importance of where you come from.
It is based on the author's real experience.
Reasons to keep it:
The illustrations are unique.
There is so much to see. You have to read it more than once.
Two Together, Ifeoma and Rose.movTouch The Sky by Leora and Mila .mov
Juliana+Hope Home in a lunchbox .MOV
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