January 1 isn't just the start to a spanking new year--it's also the day the CYBILS committee announces its finalists. Click here to take a peek at which of your favorite 2012 books made the cut. I'm happy to report that two books I nominated have been selected--Pinch and Dash Make Soup (Easy Reader category) and Lies, Knives, and Girls in Red Dresses (Poetry).
Naturally, the category I turn to first is Easy Readers/Early Chapter Books. This year I was especially interested in the finalists as I'll be one of the second round judges in the category. I'm happy to say I've reviewed a fair number of the finalists in the past year. To read a review click the title.
EASY READERS
A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse
Bink and Gollie, Two for One
Penny and Her Doll
Penny and Her Song
Pinch and Dash Make Soup
EARLY CHAPTER BOOKS
Marty McGuire Digs Worms
Rabbit and Robot: The Sleepover
I've really enjoyed following your reviews of the contenders. I'm curious about what makes Rabbit + Robot an early chapter book and not an easy reader? This is an ongoing obsession of mine!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great question. The CYBILS committees ultimately decide which categories the books go in. Personally, I consider Rabbit + Robot an easy reader.
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