The Massachusetts Children's Book Awards (MCBA) list is 25 books for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.
You have until March 2026 to read at least 5 in order to vote on the WINNER of the Massachusetts Children's Book Award!
We approach learning through a dual focus:
A Love of Reading and Story: The first half of the school year is entirely devoted to interacting with great stories. Students explore picture books, short stories, chapter books, and audiobooks.
Asking Questions and Finding Answers: During the second half of the school year, we concentrate on information literacy. Students learn how to navigate and find resources within our physical library and through our online tools
Welcome to the Amethyst Brook Library
We strive to inspire curiosity and empower students, encouraging them to ask big questions, seek answers, and understand how information is organized both in our new physical space and across digital platforms.