This year’s Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children went to A Ball for Daisy illustrated and written by Chris Raschka (Schwartz and Wade).
The John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature was awarded to Jack Gantos for his novel, Dead End in Norvelt (Farrar Straus Giroux).
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Check out our suggestions for Middle School readers.
List of juvenile series and titles that are classified by audience
During the school year, as a reading incentive, children in Grades 4 and 5 may participate in the MA Children’s Book Award Program. Go to the Salem State University site in order to view current and past lists.
