Young Critics

Young Critics 

Young Critics is for kids ages 8-12. This is a virtual book club and more! It is unique because everyone will be reading something different and on their own time. We'll also leave time to talk about other things that can be critiqued: writing, songs, recipes, games, and more!

To request a book, please follow these directions:

1. Fill out this form to request a book that you are interested in reading! You get to keep the book you request! 
   • Please note that this will be easier to fill out on a computer vs. a phone. You'll need to open up the Book List document as well.  
   • The Book List shows all the options you have to choose from, it is not a list of books that everyone is reading. These are Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) so sometimes images are missing or the cover is different than the final version. 
2. Read the book! 
3. Fill out the review form. Either the paper copy, sent with the book, or the online version. 
   • If you fill out the paper review form, please return it to the Children's Desk or take a picture of it and email it to Sammy.
4. If interested, we'll meet on Zoom, about once a month, to talk about the books we've read! We'll also talk about writing, things participants my be writing, the writing style of authors, or maybe even do a writing prompt. Young critics have many opinions, ideas, and interests! This will be a safe space to talk about books, writing, and other creative and literary hobbies. 

Any questions? Email Sammy at snieman [at] sunlib.org or call the Children's Desk at 608-825-0701