The Mock Newbery Club celebrates the joy of reading and unites students from various school districts in a collaborative virtual reading project. This is the tenth year the Fred W. Hill School has participated and joined with students from Iber Holmes Grove Middle School in Raymond, New Hampshire. Students read five selected books while sharing their thoughts and reflections through both in-person and virtual discussions. Upon finishing, each student voted for their favorite book.
All 18 eager Hill School club members attended a reveal celebration on January 24, joining the 22 members from Iber Holmes Grove through Zoom. Students were able to enjoy treats donated by Wegmans and received a certificate of recognition for their participation. Following their votes, the 2023 Mock Newbery Medal winner, The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary D. Schmidt, and the 2023 Mock Newbery Honor, The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass were announced during the celebration.
This year’s additional book selections included, When Sea Becomes Sky by Gillian McDunn, The Eyes & the Impossible by Dave Eggers, and Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow. The 2023 Newbery Winner was The Eyes & the Impossible with the Newbery Honor & Schneider Family Honor going to Simon Sort of Says.
“Our Hill student participation in the Mock Newbery program not only makes significant differences in our student’s literacy development, but also provides unique opportunities for our students to express their invaluable ideas, opinions and love for reading with other students,” says Tina Colby, Hill School Principal. “It continues to be an exciting opportunity for everyone involved.”
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