Mock Newbery 2026 discussion

We are going to try to do a full year Mock Newbery Club at our school this year. Right now, we are all just reading new 2011 novels. Some titles that seem good so far-books that kids are reading are: The Romeo and Juliet Code, No Passengers Beyond This Point, Lexie, Young Fredle, A Dog's Way Home, The Reinvention of Bessica Lefter, The Genius Files, Warp Speed and The Loser List. At this point, I like that we are all jumping in and reading new books and deciding which are worth sharing with others.

Franki wrote: "We are going to try to do a full year Mock Newbery Club at our school this year. Right now, we are all just reading new 2011 novels. Some titles that seem good so far-books that kids are reading ..."

Thanks, for the list. Now I have some good choices to start reading.

Thanks for sharing this list - some interesting titles. And a Star Trek related title - set phasers on Fun!

What did the kids think of No Passengers Beyond This Point? I just finished it and found it a little hard to follow, just curious if they felt the same way.

I had one student read it--she seemed to like it but I agree that it was a little hard to follow, especially for kids new to sci/fi/fantasy stuff.

Franki wrote: "We are going to try to do a full year Mock Newbery Club at our school this year. Right now, we are all just reading new 2011 novels. Some titles that seem good so far-books that kids are reading ..."

A full year! You are a goddess! My kids asked to only read "popular" books this year as they felt the Newbery ignored what they really enjoyed reading. Hoping to change their mind later in the year.

We need to have a cover discussion for Romeo and Juliet code.

I think by having it a full year, they can read the "popular" books and then move onto the others. Right now, it is very informal and kids are just committed to reading new books. We'll see how it goes! It is a great way for me to hear what kids are saying about new books as they are released.

Kathy wrote: "We need to have a cover discussion for Romeo and Juliet code. "

By 'cover discussion' for The Romeo And Juliet Code are you referring to how the cover is pretty misleading?

Hey to everyone. I noticed that this group shelved my book, Prince Andy and the Misfits: Shadow Man. Can you tell me what that means? Thank you for your time.
Karen Gammons

Jennifer wrote: "Kathy wrote: "We need to have a cover discussion for Romeo and Juliet code. "

By 'cover discussion' for The Romeo And Juliet Code are you referring to how the cover is pretty misl..."

I completely agree! This story is aimed at 10-12 year olds. The cover art will attract 14 year olds, who will be disappointed.

I liked the homage to The Little Princess and The Secret Garden. I also enjoyed the setting a lot. Stone's use of the old house that seemed dark and full of secrets on a wind swept coast in Maine was terrific. Of course the seemingly contradictory behavior of The Gram, Aunt Miami, and Uncle Gideon with the whispered conversations, meaningful looks, and things left unsaid while baking, smiling and trying to engage Felicity was nice without being menacing. The book actually stayed with me, which I found surprising because I did not _like_ Felicity at all. By the end she had mellowed a bit, but still wasn't great. (I know it is part of the Burnett homage thing.) Thanks for sharing the list. I wouldn't have found this book otherwise.

Good list. I am curious how your kids like No Passengers Beyond This Point and Young Fredle also.

My 5th/6th grade bookclub voted to read No Passengers, reading it now and will discuss on Sept 14. I think those who like a linear plot with all loose ends tied up neatly may have trouble with it. We'll see...

Jennifer wrote: "Kathy wrote: "We need to have a cover discussion for Romeo and Juliet code. "

By 'cover discussion' for The Romeo And Juliet Code are you referring to how the cover is pretty misl..."

I also agree with this. The cover, I feel, was a poor choice and will actually send some parents away while disappointing others that are reading it for the wrong reason. I did however enjoy the book, and think that youth will too.

Would anyone else care to post their school or library mock Newbery lists? I'm sure we would all appreciate it. For example, if you are reading books with 4th graders you are somewhat limited by reading abilities and maturity levels. It's also always nice to know of those Newbery-worthy books.

Getting my 5th graders back together starting next week to continue with Mock Newbery. This fall, we'll look closely at Mock Lists online and choose books from those. We'll probably read a few as a group or in small groups before January. Not sure how it will go and trying to figure out how to get more boys involved.

The Eva Perry August list is at: http://evaperrymocknewbery.wordpress....
or just google eva perry mock newbery. These kids have been busy reading all summer.

Kristen wrote: "Would anyone else care to post their school or library mock Newbery lists? I'm sure we would all appreciate it. For example, if you are reading books with 4th graders you are somewhat limited by ..."
Hi Kristen,
I have run a mock-Caldecott with my 4th/5th graders. In many ways, it obviates the problems of reading differences. I've found that the mock-Caldecott levels the playing field for middle readers while still encouraging lively, thoughtful discussion. I run a mock-Newbery with my 6th-8th graders.
Good luck,
Maureen Milton

Franki wrote: "Getting my 5th graders back together starting next week to continue with Mock Newbery. This fall, we'll look closely at Mock Lists online and choose books from those. We'll probably read a few as a..."

Trying to get more boys myself. Right now I only have 1!