 Readers advisory  DISPLAYS!  Programming – so much programming  Talk to your teens & spread the word!

 Include the ballot with summer reading materials.  Include nominated titles on summer reading lists or to use with assignments.  Stuff nominated titles with a ballot. Books and votes can be returned together!

 Set up a ballot box or build a “voting booth.”  Votes can count as entries for a prize drawing!  Display various formats, including audiobooks & images of eBooks.

 Use teen-generated signage and decoration on shelves & boards.  Display teen-written reviews of nominated titles.  Have teens design book covers for their favorite nominees.

 Build a writing program: write reviews, creative writing, fan fiction.  Arrange for a nominated author to visit a local school for a talk or a writing workshop.

 Create a scavenger hunt using nominated titles and authors.  Throw a party in honor of the winners chosen by your school or library.

 Host a Mock GSTBA discussion and predict the winners.  Use nonfiction ballot titles to illustrate methods of evaluation.  Use GSTBA for book club reads and recommendations!

 Read and booktalk GSTBA nominees!  Send or drop off ballots to local schools and youth organizations.  , write, call and tell teachers and librarians about the awards.

 Include QR code on all promotional materials.  Include a link to the online voting on your library’s website, blog, Facebook, and other networks.

Share your ideas with other teachers, librarians, and readers! We’re on Facebook: Lots of resources are on the NJLA website under the YA Section: /Garden%20State%20Teen%2 0Book%20Awards /Garden%20State%20Teen%2 0Book%20Awards