The Panda Book Award, initiated in 2008 by librarian Nadine Dewit Rosevear, invites students and teachers from participating international schools in China and beyond to vote for their favorite book published in the previous two to three school years. Titles chosen for the shortlists of the Panda Book Award meet selection criteria that focus on social justice, diversity and inclusion by up-and-coming authors and illustrators from across the world. There is an added spotlight on titles that feature Asian settings, characters or creators.
There are six separate title lists according to age level:
- Early Years Readers (3-5 years) - picture books - Elementary School
- Younger Readers (5-8 years) – picture books - Elementary School
- Middle Readers (7 to 11 years) – chapter books - Elementary School/Middle School
- Middle Readers Graphic Novels (7 to 11 years) - Elementary School/Middle School
- Older Readers (11 to 14 years) – Middle School
- Mature Readers (15 to 18 years) – High School
I saw a school library with a group of children using dot stickers to vote for their favourites in the picture book category and I squealed!! when I saw Floof had the MOST votes.
Out of the Jar is interesting because it is the third book in a series. These would be a fabulous addition to your school library. I previously talked about In a Jar. You can see more books by Deborah Marcero here.
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