The Charter Oak Book Award "provides K-3 students with opportunities to critique books, form and voice opinions, participate in author and illustrator studies, and collaborate with classes throughout the state".
Encourage K-3 students to develop an appreciation of outstanding writing and illustrations in current picture books.
Promote recognition of authors and illustrators of books for children.
Develop critical/evaluative thinking skills by comparing/contrasting the literary quality of nominated titles.
Prepare students for participation in the Nutmeg Book Award Program.
Voting will take place in May!