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The Caldecott and Newbery awards, given for most distinguished picture book for children and most distinguished contribution to children’s literature, respectively, were recently announced.  It’s always exciting to see what wins (and if I’ve heard of the book and read it).

Distinguished picture book of 2012 is:

This is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen

In this darkly humorous tale, a tiny fish knows it’s wrong to steal a hat. It fits him just right. But the big fish wants his hat back. Klassen’s controlled palette, opposing narratives and subtle cues compel readers to follow the fish and imagine the consequence.

“With minute changes in eyes and the slightest displacement of seagrass, Klassen’s masterful illustrations tell the story the narrator doesn’t know,” Caldecott Chair Sandra Imdieke said. (from Caldecott Medal page)

 See the Kids’ Brain review here.

Distinguished children’s literature of 2012 is:

One and only Ivan

The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate

Ivan’s transformative emergence from the “Ape at Exit 8” to “The One and Only Ivan, Mighty Silverback,” comes to life through the gorilla’s own distinct narrative voice, which is filled with wry humor, deep emotion and thought-provoking insights into the nature of friendship, hope and humanity.

“Katherine Applegate gives readers a unique and unforgettable gorilla’s-eye-view of the world that challenges the way we look at animals and at ourselves,” said Newbery Medal Committee Chair Steven Engelfried. (from Newbery Medal page) . 

See the Kids’ Brain review here. 

*For more information on all the awards, including Honor titles, visit the Book and Media Award page of ALSC (Association of Library Service to Children).  Happy reading…and let us know your reaction to the awards by submitting a comment.

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