Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC)
The CCBC is a unique and vital gathering place for books, ideas, and expertise in the field of children’s and young adult literature. The CCBC is a noncirculating examination, study, and research library for Wisconsin school and public librarians, teachers, early childhood care providers, university students, and others interested in children’s and young adult literature. The CCBC is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education, and receives additional support from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. More about the CCBC.
Book of the Week
If I Could Go Back
When she turns 18, high-school track star Aaliyah contacts her parents, Lena and Quincy, despite knowing that her stubborn but steadfast Grandpa Joe will be furious.
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News
New CCBC Booklist Complements Go Big Read Selection
The James: Retellings & Reimaginings and 19th-Century Black Experiences booklist was developed by the CCBC librarians to complement the 2025-2026 Go Big Read selection, James by Percival Everett, a novel that retells the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from …
New! Five CCBC Booklists on Gaming, Math, and More
Five new CCBC booklists recommending fiction and nonfiction titles for children and teens are now available: Family Read-Alouds, a selection of titles chosen for their compelling texts, outstanding narrative style, and ability to engage a …
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Events
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Nov17
Starred Reviews Days Hands-On Book Examination @ 8:30 am - @ 2:00 pm Register here.
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Dec05
Friends of the CCBC Book Sale @ 4:00 pm - @ 11:00 am Cooperative Children's Book Center, 225 N. Mills Street, Room 401