The American Library Association (ALA) announced the top books, video and audiobooks for children and young adults- including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Printz awards.

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The John Newbery Medal, for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature, is “Dead End in Norvelt,” written by Jack Gantos.

The Randolph Caldecott Medal, for the most distinguished American picture book for children, is “A Ball for Daisy,” illustrated and written by Chris Raschka.

The Michael L. Printz Award, for excellence in literature written for young adults, is “Where Things Come Back,” by John Corey Whaley.

The Coretta Scott King (Author) Book Award, recognizing an African American author and illustrator of outstanding books for children and young adults, is Kadir Nelson, author and illustrator of “Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans.”

For the rest of the nominees, honorable mentions, and additional awards, please see the American Libraries Association website.

Ask a bookseller to point out the award winners and nominees next time you’re in!  As always, we can also order any book in print on your behalf.