Mock Newbery 2026 discussion

When we vote this time- would group members be willing to add comments as to why they are narrowing down to the titles they select?? A few people do this and I enjoy reading why people select certain titles- it helps me as a teacher and helps me decide as a reader of what titles to add to my TBR pile that I missed.

Also- would anyone with a Zoom account be willing to hold a discussion about the potential 2023 Newbery books before the announcement? It would be great to interact with readers that are voting!! I only have an account for 40 minutes with a low amount of people or I would volunteer. Any librarians out there willing to give it a go?

Happy New Year everyone.

I love this idea! I’m an educator as well and love to hear people’s reasoning behind the votes. Would also love to join a Zoom. Happy New Year!

My Mock Newbery group of fourth graders has
chosen our finalists! CRESS WATERCRESS, THE OGRESS & THE ORPHANS, THE LAST MAPMAKER, A DUET FOR HOME, and JENNIFER CHAN IS NOT ALONE.