Newbery Book Awards 2024

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It’s that time of year again—the eagerly awaited Newbery Book Award has arrived! With each passing year, we’re introduced to a wealth of captivating children’s literature that imparts invaluable wisdom for both kids and parents to treasure. The American Library Association’s annual recognition honors a diverse array of books, digital media, videos, and audiobooks that have left a lasting impact on children and young adults. Among these esteemed honors stands the prestigious Newbery Medal, reserved for an author whose contributions to American children’s literature are truly exceptional. Join us as we celebrate this year’s deserving recipient and the enduring magic of storytelling.
Newbery Award Winner
The Eyes and the Impossible by Dave Eggers
This charming tale of a dog who unintentionally saves the lives of many creatures in a park comes from the award-winning author of The Every and the illustrator of the well-loved picture book Her Right Foot.
Newbery Honors
Eagle Drums by Nasug̊raq Rainey Hopson
An enchanting and realistic middle grade novel that tells the tale of how the Native Alaskan custom known as the Iñupiaq Messenger Feast came to be.
Elf Dog & Owl Head by M. T Anderson
A boy and his dog, or a dog and her boy, embark on a fantastical journey through a forest full of surprises.
Mexikid by Pedro Martin
An amazing graphic memoir depicting the family of a Mexican American youngster and their exciting journey back to Mexico to reunite with their abuelito seeking permanent residence.
Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow
Twelve-year-old Simon finally gets the chance to write his own narrative with the assistance of a new buddy when he relocates to the one location in America where the internet is prohibited two years after he survives a school shooting.
The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams by Daniel Nayeri
This is the story of a thrilling trip down the Silk Road with a young monk and his newfound protector, Samir, a colorful figure, and the infamous “Seller of Dreams.” The man is a con artist, and his greatest asset is his ability to bully others into giving him what he wants. Even though Monkey’s life was saved by that conversation, Samir’s actions have infuriated many individuals to the point where they have hired assassins. In order to pay off his obligation, Monkey chooses to attempt to save Samir from assassination attempts! He will be set free if he can save Samir six times, but will they all make it that far?
Add these award-winning books to your reading list now. This will certainly entertain both kids and adults!
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Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is an avid reader and looks forward to the announcement of the Newbery Medal each January. She’s a speech-language pathologist and owner of SpeechWorks. SpeechWorks helps children become confidence communicators and provides in-person and online speech therapy services.