Each year the NC Association of School Librarians and Public Librarians sponsor an award for best new children's book. The students in NC vote on their favorite from among a group of nominated books. Last year's state winner was Tornado by B.Byars. Accelerated Reader Program Continues Books that are included in the program are marked with stickers. Students are encouraged to read all they can.
Students can check the list of titles to see if other books they read are included.