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Carol D. Reiser Book Award
The Carol D. Reiser Book Award is given annually to the children’s book or books published the preceding year that most effectively inspires community service and volunteerism in children. This award was established by the Metro Atlanta Corporate Volunteer Council, where Carol was co-founder and past president, and is a living tribute to Carol Reiser’s lifelong commitment to community. Judges are national level experts in children's literature and in volunteerism.
Eligibility Awards Designated by its publisher as being a children's book (K - 5th grade) Work of fiction, poetry, folklore, non-fiction or anthology Published in the U.S.A. Copyright dates between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009 Self-contained, not dependent on other media for its meaning Hardback or paper back and of any length
Recognition The winning book will be recognized at the Annual IMPACT Awards event. A cash award of $1,000 will be presented to the youth-serving nonprofit agency within the U.S.A. as designated by the author.
Judging A panel of judges will include literary experts as well as representation from United Way of America and the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta. All decisions of the judging panel are final.
Nominations Publishers deadline to apply is June 11, 2010. Complete this form, and send 6 copies of the book to: Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta c/o United Way of Metro Atlanta 100 Edgewood Avenue N.E. UW211 Atlanta, GA 30303
Questions? contact awards@cvcofatlanta.org or call 404-614-1022.
Past Winners
2009 Grow by Juanita Havill
2008 Reach Out and Give by Cheri J. Meiners, M. Ed.
2007 Ryan and Jimmy and the Well in Africa That Brought Them Together
2006 Makeovers by Marcia
Mother Teresa
2005 The Giving Book
2004 Boxes for Katje
2003 Anna Casey's Place in the World
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Enter text here 2008 Winner Reach Out and Give by Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed.
About Reach Out and Give A simply inspiring book for children and even the adults reading to their kids. With a clean and simple illustrations by Meredith Johnson that nicely matches the writing, the theme extols the virtues of "gratitude" and community service. It is another valuable addition to the critically acclaimed series, "Learning to Get Along", which instills in kids basic principles such as respect for oneself and others. In a helpful feature for parents looking to engage their kids in community service following reading the book, it Includes a section of discussion questions, a philanthropy role playing game, generosity games, and more ideas for fun activities. More information can be found at Free Spirit Publishing.
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