Welcome!

I am so happy that the Common Wealth Book Club amplifies the voices of new writers. In addition, we want the students we serve to read newly published books and join the discussion by giving their opinion.

By Ms. F. from Jefferson South Central West Community of Schools in California

Welcome to our group for independent readers. I am so happy that the Common Wealth Book Club amplifies the voices of new writers. In addition, we want the students we serve to read newly published books and join the discussion by giving their opinion. Students should read newly published books as well as literature that has existed for hundreds of years or decades.

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Surprise Me

Instructions for Dancing Book Review

I created a book review of the book Instructions for Dancing Book Review. My review was on the main character Evie and how she is meaningful to me.

Why Kaleidoscope should win the book award

This picture has the explanation for why Kaleidoscope should win the book award.

Dear Mr. Selznick (Kaleidoscope)

A poem in the form of a letter to Brian Selznick, the author of Kaleidoscope, and how the book describes the grief and loneliness I felt over the past few years.

Thrilled to be a Partner

At the National Writing Project, we are thrilled to partner with the Commonwealth Club’s California Book Awards.

Letters for Instructions For Dancing!!!

I wrote four letters to the author, Nicola Yoon. I wrote one from myself, and the remaining three are from characters in the book. The letters give you some insight into important events in the book and the unique perspectives of each character!

The Genius Under The Table - An Essay

An Essay answering the prompt of who the most meaningful character was

Black birds in the sky trailer

If you want the truth then this book is perfect. for you Hidden stories were pushed to the side because they did not fit the school's standards

The Mirror Season

I believe that The Mirror Season should win the California Book Award because the emotion portrayed in this book is just so amazing, detailed and is just perfect in every single way, I know this story is going to help save and heal so many lives!

Why Kaleidoscope Should Win the California Book Award

The book I chose to read was Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick. I responded to the prompt that asked which book should win the California Book Award. I created a poster showing why the Kaleidoscope should win the award.

Kaleidoscope - Movie Poster

I chose to do a movie poster based on the vibe and the interpretation. I loved this book. Thank you Mr. Brian Selznick for writing it.

Why Instructions for Dancing should win the California Book Award!

I believe that Instructions for Dancing should win for many reasons. So I made a Tik Tok video explaining why I think that Instructions for Dancing is the best choice for the California Book Award!

Kaleidoscope for CBA2022

A series of reviews on a kaleidoscopic background allows the viewer to understand why the book 'Kaleidoscope' should be chosen to win the California Book Award 2022.

The Genius Under the Table Response

My response was text response. It is about the book "The Genius Under the Table" by Eugene Yelchin.

Home is not a country

This is a picture of 2 girls one from reality and the other a figment of the imagination. When they join together the truth, will be revealed in a turn of events.

The Legend of Pei Pei

This photo shows the water buffalo Pei Pei standing over a forest protecting the lumberjacks. The hearts over the horns represent the love that Pei Pei has over the people and workers and how he really wants to protect them.

Welcome!

Welcome to the 90th Annual California Book Awards, from the Commonwealth Club of California! We can't wait to read your responses.

Let's Read!

New Reading Experiences in Central Idaho

Instructions for Dancing California Book Awards

Do you like books about love with an interesting yet realistic twist? Would you like to know how the main character uses her power to see the future of any relationship go into a relationship herself? The book Instructions for Dancing answers that.

Character Talk- The Genius Under the Table

Talent means freedom, Yevgeny was…average. He wasn't the star athlete or dancer his parents wanted. But he had a pencil, imagination, a stolen pencil, and an old table as a canvas. His story is filled with humor, self-discovery, and above all-- hope.

Kaleidoscope Collage

Everyone who I’ve talked to has been able to connect to this book in some way and has been affected by it. They loved it. These images are what kept James and the Narrator connecting through time. There's someone there who knows how you feel.

Instagram Post about "Kaleidoscope" by Brian Selznick

I created an Instagram post and comment about the book Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick. The post is "by Brian Selznick" and my comment responds to the question "Which book do you think should win the California Book Award?".

Home is Not a Country

In this video I answered the question, why does this book deserve to win, and I did it in a creative way with many transitions, also at the end I made a poster to promote the book.

Ellie Reese Favorite Character

The Mirror Season

"Instructions For Dancing" By Nicola Yoon for the win!

I chose "Instructions For Dancing" By Nicola Yoon to win the California Book Award due to its gut-wrenching emotions and interesting plot. I created a poster that explains the amazing qualities of this book and the way it makes readers truly feel.

This youth publishing site for the Young Adult Literature finalists of the Commonwealth Club's California Book Awards is part of the National Writing Project’s Writing Our Future initiative and created in partnership with The Commonwealth Book Club's Creating Citizens initiative.

Writing Our Future projects are designed by educators for educators and the young people they work with. Intended for use in schools, libraries, and other educational settings. All projects are COPPA compliant and educator-managed. NWP is committed to supporting young people’s writing and civic participation by providing a safe and supportive environment for youth writing, media creation, sharing, and publishing.