Discover the joy of reading with the Western Australian Young Readers' Book Award, a special event designed for students up to Year 12. This children's choice award invites young readers to explore shortlisted books and vote for their favourites across four exciting categories: Picture Books, Younger Readers, Middle Grade, and Older Readers.
What to Expect
Explore engaging displays of shortlisted books at your local library, where children can vote 'terrific', 'good', 'okay', or 'not for me' for each title. The books have been selected by kids themselves, ensuring the list is full of exciting and relatable stories. If you can't find a book on display, friendly library staff are ready to help you reserve it.
Activity Details
- Voting runs through terms two and three, with final results announced in term four.
- Books eligible for nomination must be fiction, published within the last five years, currently in print, and may be by Australian or overseas authors.
- Only one title per author can be included each year.
- Nomination forms are available at the library displays for those who want to suggest books for next year’s list.
Location and Access
Visit any of the participating libraries during their opening hours:
- Falcon Library: Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 09:00-17:00
- Lakelands Library: Tue-Sat 09:00-17:00
- Mandurah Library: Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 09:00-17:00, Sun 10:00-14:00
Each location offers a welcoming environment for families to browse and participate in the awards.
Important Information
This event is free and open to all students in Western Australia up to Year 12. It encourages literacy and a love of reading through active participation. Voting is done in person at the libraries, and books can be reserved if not immediately available.
Booking and Prices
No booking is required to visit the displays or vote. The event is completely free, making it an accessible and enjoyable activity for families looking to engage their children with reading and community involvement.
