New York State Battle of the Books
New York State Battle of the Books
Section of School Librarians & Youth Services Section of New York Library Association
Section of School Librarians & Youth Services Section of New York Library Association
Guide to Selecting Books
Most Battles feature a wide variety of ages. Aim for a mixture of books that will be accessible for both the low and high end of your age ranges.
Feature diverse authors and experiences, keeping in mind ethnicity, race, gender #ownvoices, etc...
Accessibility may be an issue given library closures due to Covid-19. Look for books that are available on digital services provided by your library.
Try for a mixture of genres, as well as both fiction and nonfiction books.