The North Star Challenge
Join the North Star Challenge!
The North Star YA Award is the new teen division of the Maine Student Book Award! Between now and March 31st, 2021, Maine Libraries across the state challenge you to read any 3 nominees of your choosing. Browse the nominees on Beanstack or view the full list here!
The North Star Beanstack challenge is open to all ages, but only teen readers (grades 7-12) are eligible to vote and win prizes. Students who read 3 or more NSYA books are eligible to vote for their favorite book at their school or public library in March 2021. Complete 5 challenge badges to earn a prize!
The North Star YA Award is a readers’ choice award designed for students in grades 7-12. To be eligible to vote, students must have read at least 3 of the nominees. Voting will occur in schools and public libraries around the state of Maine in March of 2021.