YABBA’s Mission
YABBA seeks to ignite curiosity in; make connections with; develop opinions about and inspire a passion for stories.
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What is YABBA?
YABBA - stands for
Young
Australians'
Best
Book
Award
YABBA is a not-for-profit organisation run by a volunteer committee.
The YABBA council was formed in 1985 by Victorian groups interested in children's reading.
These groups included ALIA, SLAV, VATE, publishers, teachers and
librarians.
The aims of YABBA are:
To encourage and promote children's reading.
To give children the opportunity to vote for their favourite books each year.
To develop children into discerning readers, who will express their opinions about books.
To promote an awareness of Australian children's fiction.
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How is YABBA funded?
The activities of YABBA are funded chiefly by members' subscriptions and occasional grants.
YABBA Members receive:
a bi-monthly newsletter which includes a children's fun page.
a nomination package.
voting information and posters.
the opportunity to apply to host, or attend an awards ceremony.
free entry into competitions for students of members.
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How can I become a member of YABBA?
To become a member simply print the subscriptions form, complete the details and return it with payment to the address shown on the form.
Click here to display the printable membership form
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What are the YABBA Awards?
The YABBA awards are a children's choice book award in 3 sections, presented annually.
The sections are:
Picture Story Books
Fiction for Younger Readers
Fiction for Older Readers
Fiction for Years 7 to 9
Each year:
Children nominate Australian children's fiction books that
have been published in the last ten years to create a short list.
Children vote for their favourite books by a specified date in October, (usually International Children's Day).
The winners are announced at the award ceremony where authors and illustrators receive
YABBA citations presented by children.
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How can I contact YABBA for more information?
Post:
Phone:
E-Mail
ABN:
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YABBA
PO Box 238,
Kew
VICTORIA 3101.
03 9889 7749.
yabbabooks@yahoo.com
12 765 661 851
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