AWARD BOOKS
mini appleWilliam Allen White Book Award
The William Allen White Award winners are chosen by the children of Kansas.   To participate, any Kansas student in grades 3-8 must read at least two books from the list of nominees to be eligible to vote.  Students will have the opportunity to vote in April 2009.  See a list of past winners or see the 2009-2010 nominees.
mini appleNewbery Medal and Honor Books 
The Newbery Medal is awarded to the "author of  the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."  You can see a list of all the past Newbery Medal Winners and Honor Books.
mini appleBill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award
Since 1996, this award has honored Kansas author Bill Martin, Jr. by recognizing outstanding literature and promoting quality picture books.  The winner is chosen annually by members of the Kansas Reading Association.
mini appleCaldecott Medal and Honor Books
This special award is given for outstanding illustrations  in a children's book.  You can see a list of all the Caldecott Medal and Honor winners from 1938 to the present.
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