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.
Starred Review of the Week
Houdini’s Library: How Books Created the World’s Greatest Magician
Harry Houdini’s astonishing magic tricks and escape acts enchanted and thrilled audiences the world over. Houdini himself, though, found magic in something more commonplace: books.
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News
CCBC Choices 2026 Is Now Available!
CCBC Choices 2026, the annual best-of-the-year list of the Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC), is now available. The list, created by the CCBC professional staff, recommends 231 books published for children and teens from birth …
Angie Kang Wins 2026 Charlotte Zolotow Award
Angie Kang has won the 2026 Charlotte Zolotow Award for outstanding writing in a picture book for Our Lake. In this tender, elegantly written story, a visit to a special place is both a challenge …
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Events
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Apr09
Great New Books for Children and Teens for IFLS, WVLS, and NWLS Library Systems and Area Schools Celebration Hall, 235 E Main St, Gilman, WI More information and to register
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Apr15
Great New Books for Children and Teens for NEWI Library Systems and Area Schools Appleton Public Library, Appleton, WI More information and to register
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Apr16
Student Showcase at the CCBC @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Elizabeth Burr Conference Room, Cooperative Children's Book Center, 225 N. Mills Street, Room 401