October is the spookiest month of the year, according to some. Whether you want to read ghost stories or learn about witches in history, the Children’s Department has books for you. And not all the ghost stories are scary!
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The biggest elections in America happen in November. Learn about the history of voting rights, the government (local and national), and famous firsts in American election history with some great books from the Children’s Department. Whether or not you can vote yet, it’s important to learn about this vital democratic process.
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November is National Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate this month with great books from the Children’s Room with books that honor the traditions, languages and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities to ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive. These are wonderful books to read this month and all year!
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and its 2024 theme, “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,” with great books from the Children’s Room that recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. From entertainment and sports to business and science, Latinas and Latinos enrich our society and pave the way for future generations. These are wonderful books to read this month and all year!
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Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15th – October 15th to commemorate the variety of Latin American Independence Days. Celebrate this month with great books from the Children’s Room that recognize and honor the enduring legacy of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. These are wonderful books to read this month and all year!
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The Massachusetts Children’s Book Award was established as a program to encourage children to read great books. 25 books are nominated each year as excellent titles for 9-12 year olds in fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels. The nominees must be available in paperback and must have been published within the last five years. In the spring, kids who have read at least 5 of the nominees can vote for their favorite. The winner, and the next slate of nominees, are announced in May. The award is sponsored by Salem State College in Salem, Massachusetts.
2023 MCBA Books (winner: Alone by Megan Freeman)
2024 MCBA Books (winner: Frizzy by Claribel Ortega)
Check out the nominees below for 2025! Click on a book cover for more information.