Today is a big day in the world of children’s literature … the American Library Association announced the winners of its major literary awards. Many of the books I have featured on this blog were honored.
The Newbery Medal, given to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children, was given to Susan Patron, for her novel THE HIGHER POWER OF LUCKY. Kirby Larson’s HATTIE BIG SKY, a book I adored, was named a Newbery Honor book.
David Weisner’s FLOTSAM was awarded the Caldecott Medal, which honors the most distinguished American picture book for children. Hooray for flotsam!
The Sibert Medal, which is awarded to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished nonfiction title of the year, was awarded to Catherine Thimmesh’s TEAM MOON. And I was thrilled to see the latest title in the “Scientist in the Field” series, QUEST FOR THE TREE KANGAROO, by Sy Montgomery and Nic Bishop, was named a Sibert Honor book.
Congratulations to all the winners!