The purpose of the Rocky Mountain Book Award reading program is to promote quality Canadian literature and to enrich and broaden a childÙs reading experience. It brings an excellent selection of recent Canadian children's books to the attention of Alberta children. The program promotes literacy and rewards them for reading by making them the judges in a province-wide event. Through the participation of the children, the Rocky Mountain Book Award encourages Canadian writing, Canadian authors, and the improvement of reading skills.
The 2009 winner is: Safe as houses by Eric WalterSean Cullen (Y WAL)
For more information about The Rocky Mountain Book Award, visit their website.
Rocky Mountain Book Award – 2010 shortlist available at Lloydminster Public Library
Use the list below or print the list from here (requires PDF reader)
You can also click on each title to check its availability in our online catalogue
The purpose of the Rocky Mountain Book Award reading program is to promote quality Canadian literature and to enrich and broaden a childÙs reading experience. It brings an excellent selection of recent Canadian children's books to the attention of Alberta children. The program promotes literacy and rewards them for reading by making them the judges in a province-wide event. Through the participation of the children, the Rocky Mountain Book Award encourages Canadian writing, Canadian authors, and the improvement of reading skills.
