Today I am delighted to be part of the blog tour that celebrates the 2018 Children’s Book Award shortlist. The Children’s Book Award is owned and administered by the Federation of Children’s Books Groups, and is the only national award solely voted for by children. You can find more information here, and to find out …
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Guest post: CLiPPA shortlisted poet James Carter talks about poetry in schools
The CLiPPA (Centre for Literacy in Primary Poetry Award) for a book of poetry for children was launched in 2003 by CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primay Education). This is the only award for published poetry for children, highlighting an important branch of children’s literature and ensuring that it receives proper recognition. The award is presented annually for a …
Red House Children’s Book Award Blog Tour: Noble Conflict
This time of year is always exciting for me as it is Red House Children’s Book Award season! The Red House Children’s Book Award is still the ONLY book award ENTIRELY voted for by children, and every year it is with great anticipation that we await young readers’ verdict. It is highly respected by teachers, parents …
Red House Children’s Book Award Ceremony
… the waiting is nearly over. On Saturday, we will finally find out who, out of all the lovely people below, has won the 2013 Red house Children’s Book Award! For myself and all of those involved in the Federation of Children’s Book Groups, this is a lovely, special day, the culmination of a year’s …
The 2013 Red House Children’s Book Award
Exciting times! The 2013 Red House Children’s Book Award shortlist is out! The only children’s book award solely voted for by children, the Red House Children’s Book Award has always been one of my favourites. These days I am more directly involved in its running, through FCBG, so it is very close to my heart. …
Red House Children’s Book Award Ceremony
On Saturday, I was lucky enough to attend the Red House Children’s Book Award ceremony. As part of my role on the Federation of Children’s Book Groups executive committee, I was involved in organising the day and it was great to see it all happen and to be there to witness Patrick Ness’ triumph as …
Red House Children’s Book Awards 2012
I am sure you will all be aware that the Red House Children’s Book Award is in full flow now.Here is the 2012 shortlist: Younger Children* Rollo and Ruff and the Little Fluffy Bird by Mick Inkpen* Don’t Worry Douglas by David Melling* Peely Wally by Kali Stileman* Scruffy Bear and the Six White Mice …