State Book Lists and National Awards
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Each year various book committees and organizations meet together to read hundreds of books and put together lists of the one which are thought to be the best choices for children. These lists are a great way to get started on choosing quality literature for your children.
Book Lists
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Caldecott Medal
The Caldecott Medal is presented each year to the illustrator of the book that is chosen as the "most distinguished American picture book for children.
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John Newbery Medal
The Newbery Medal is awarded each year to the author of the book that is thought to be "the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
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Tejas Star Book List
The Tejas Star Book List is a compilation of bilingual books that is created to encourage children ages 5-12 to experience multicultural literature.
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Texas 2X2 Book List
The Texas 2X2 committee comes together each year to compile a list of 20 books that are recommended for children aged two years to grade two.
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Texas Bluebonnet Award Book List
This list of 20 fiction and nonfiction books is compiled each year to represent quality books for children in grades three through six. Students reading at least 5 of the books on the list are eligible to vote for their favorite book. The winner of the Texas Bluebonnet Award is announced in February of each year.
