The Newbery Medal
Established in 1922, the Newbery Medal is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, for the most distinguished work of literature.
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2024 Winner
The Eyes & The Impossible by Dave Eggers
The Caldecott Medal
Established in 1938, the Caldecott Medal is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, for the most distinguished American picture book for children.
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2024 Winner
Big by Vashti Harrison
Coretta Scott King Awards
Established in 1971, the Coretta Scott King Awards are awarded by the American Library Association to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of children’s and young adult books. These books demonstrate an appreciation for African American culture and the African American experience.
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2023 Author Winner
Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson
2023 Illustrator Winner
Standing in the Need of Prayer by Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Frank Morrison
Nutmeg Award (for Intermediate Level: Grades 4-6)
Nutmeg Award (for Elementary Level: Grades 2-3)
Established in 1993 by the Connecticut Library Association, the Nutmeg Award winner is selected annually by Connecticut students. Award winners demonstrate quality literature, with a focus on strong character development; a well-constructed plot; and appropriate language.
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2024 Winner (Intermediate)
Scritch Scratch by Lindsay Currie
2024 Winner (Elementary)
Mellybean and the Giant Monster by Mike White
National Book Award
Established in 1996, the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature is awarded by the National Book Foundation for outstanding literature for children by a US citizen.
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2023 Winner
A First Time for Everything by Dan Santat
