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Awards
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Américas Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature 
 This award "is given in recognition of U.S. works of fiction, poetry, folklore, or selected non-fiction ... published in the previous year in English or Spanish that authentically and engagingly portray Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinos in the United States." Selections are based on literary quality, cultural context, integration of text and illustrations, and classroom potential. Includes list of winners and related links. From the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. http://www4.uwm.edu/clacs/aa/ Topics: Children's Literature, Librarianship, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Poetry, Special Months Last updated Sep 1, 2009 Association of Jewish Libraries: The New Jewish Values Finder: A Guide to Values in Children's Books
This project's purpose "is to identify the Jewish values found in Jewish children's books published since 1995." A searchable database of books for children (preschool through high school) includes complete citations, with an option to search for award winning titles. Also includes announcements of children's book awards and lists of notable books for younger and older readers. http://www.ajljewishvalues.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Judaism, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 6, 2004 Children's Book Council of Australia
Aimed at bolstering children's enjoyment of reading, the Children's Book Council of Australia here provides information about annual Australian awards for children's books, author and illustrator links, and literacy information. There is also a link to The Lu Rees Archives (a University of Canberra collection of resources on Australian children's literature) and a link to a discussion forum on children's literature. http://cbca.org.au/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books, Regions of the World Last updated Mar 11, 2009 Coretta Scott King Book Awards
An annual award given to black authors and illustrators "to commemorate the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to honor Mrs. Coretta Scott King for her courage and determination to continue the work for peace and world brotherhood." The site includes a discussion guide, a list of winners since 1970, and submission guidelines. From the Coretta Scott King Task Force of the American Library Association's Social Responsibilities Round Table. http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/emiert/cskbookawards/ Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Black Resources, Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Mar 1, 2009 Database of Award-Winning Children's Literature
Search this database to locate award-winning juvenile books that fit your criteria. Many features can be specified including age, genre, award, ethnicity of protagonist, gender of protagonist, historical period, and more. Produced by librarian Lisa R. Bartle. http://www.dawcl.com/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Sep 11, 2007 The Newbery Medal Home Page
"The Newbery Medal is awarded annually by the American Library Association for the most distinguished American children's book published the previous year." The site contains a list of Newbery winners and honored books from 1922 to the present, a history of the award, terms and criteria for awarding the medal, and information on applying for consideration. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), American Library Association (ALA). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/newberymedal/newberymedal.cfm Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Dec 2, 2008 Parents' Choice Foundation
A "not-for-profit evaluator of children's books, videos, toys, audios, computer software, television, and magazines." This foundation bestows Parents' Choice Awards to "products that meet and exceed standards" set by educators, parents, and children. Site includes current and past winners, as well as topical reading lists and ideas for learning activities. http://www.parents-choice.org/ Topics: Children's Literature, Consumer Research & Advocacy Last updated Jul 11, 2005 The Pura Belpré Award
This biennial award is "presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth." The award is named for Pura Belpré, the New York Public Library's first Latina librarian. Includes award winners, selection criteria, and application information. http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/belpremedal/index.cfm Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Aug 31, 2009 Randolph Caldecott Medal
Devoted to the Caldecott Medal, "awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children." The site includes a list of winning and honored books from 1938 to the present, a history of the award, terms and criteria for awarding the medal, and information on applying for consideration. From the American Library Association. http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/caldecottmedal/caldecottmedal.cfm Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Dec 2, 2008 The Roald Dahl Funny Prize
Website for this competition inaugurated in 2008 that presents prizes for "The Funniest Book for Children Aged Six and Under" and "The Funniest Book for Children Aged Seven to Fourteen." Includes lists of nominated books, an article about the science of humor, and links to site about author Roald Dahl. From Booktrust, a British organization "that encourages people of all ages and cultures to discover and enjoy reading." http://www.booktrust.org.uk/show/feature/Home/Funny-Prize Topics: Children's Literature Last updated Sep 29, 2008 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal
"The Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, established by the Association for Library Service to Children in 2001, is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished informational book published in English during the preceding year." The site contains a list of past winners, application information, and more. From the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC). http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/sibertmedal/sibertabout/index.cfm Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Dec 2, 2008 Sasquatch Reading Award
Describes a book award that is "selected annually by primary students in Washington State. All K-3 students may vote on this award through their library media specialist." Lists the current winner, nominated titles, vote tallies, and the number of children who voted. Includes previous years' winners, nominees for the next award, and an online ballot. Includes a downloadable activity packet. From the Washington Library Media Association. http://www.wlma.org/sasquatch Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated Feb 19, 2007 Young Reader's Choice Award
Sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Library Association, the Young Reader's Choice Award (YRCA) is given to books nominated by the children, teachers, parents, and librarians of the Pacific Northwest. This site lists current and previous winners, as well as nominees for the next year. Also describes the history of the award and the selection process. http://www.pnla.org/yrca/ Topics: Children's Literature, Literature & Books Last updated May 6, 2006 |
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