Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) announce the Shortlist for the Book of the Year Awards
The CBCA has announced the Shortlist for the Book of the Year Awards along with the Notable Australian Children’s Books. The Winner and Honour books will be announced on Friday 15 August 2008.
Friday 15 August marks the beginning of Children’s Book Week which runs from the 15 – 22 August.
This year’s theme: Fuel your mind
The Book Week merchandise features the imaginative artwork of Shaun Tan and one of his captivating creatures, sure to be popular with students.
For teachers, it is worth noting that some of the Picture Book of the Year titles including The Island and Requiem for a Beast are suited to older readers.
In the Eve Pownall Award for Information Books, Girl Stuff: Your Full-on guide to the Teen years and Kokoda Track: 101 days are also for secondary students.
