Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC)
The CCBC is a unique and vital gathering place for books, ideas, and expertise in the field of children’s and young adult literature. The CCBC is a noncirculating examination, study, and research library for Wisconsin school and public librarians, teachers, early childhood care providers, university students, and others interested in children’s and young adult literature. The CCBC is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education, and receives additional support from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. More about the CCBC.
Book of the Week

Loudmouth: Emma Goldman vs. America (A Love Story)
This luminous biography of Jewish activist and anarchist Emma Goldman spotlights her turn-of-the-century activism while highlighting contemporary issues.
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News

Angie Kang Wins 2026 Charlotte Zolotow Award
Angie Kang has won the 2026 Charlotte Zolotow Award for outstanding writing in a picture book for Our Lake. In this tender, elegantly written story, a visit to a special place is both a challenge …
Announcing the Newest CCBC Librarian
The CCBC staff is pleased to announce that Katie Kiekhaefer will be joining the ranks as the newest CCBC librarian, following a lengthy and competitive recruitment. Katie’s collection management knowledge, administrative leadership, mentoring skills, and …
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Events
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Mar18
CCBC Shorts: A (Brief) Look at Books for Children & Teens @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Online Registration
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Apr16
Student Showcase at the CCBC @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Elizabeth Burr Conference Room, Cooperative Children's Book Center, 225 N. Mills Street, Room 401
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Apr22
CCBC Shorts: A (Brief) Look at Books for Children & Teens @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am Online Registration







