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Award Winning Books
Each year awards are given to many children’s books. Some
of these awards are listed below.
Click on the award name to find out more information and a list of winners for
this and previous years.
Newbery Medal Award
The Newbery Medal is awarded each year to the author with
the greatest contribution to children’s literature.
The award was named for John Newbery, the first publisher of children’s
periodicals.
Caldecott Medal Award
The Caldecott Medal is awarded each year to the illustrator
of the most outstanding picture book.
The award was named for Randolph Caldecott, a distinguished English illustrator.
Georgia Children’s Book Award
The Georgia
Children’s Book Award was begun in 1969 to encourage reading in grades 6-8.
This award is sponsored by the University of Georgia. Each year Georgia
students vote for their favorite
book after reading at least three titles from a master list.
Coretta Scott King Award
This award is awarded each year to a black author and
illustrator whose works promote world unity and peace.
This award honors Mrs. King for her determination and courage.
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