| American Library Association
Awards |
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The
Caldecott Medal
Awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American
picture book for children. |
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The
Coretta Scott King Award
Awarded annually to African American authors and illustrators whose distinguished books promote understanding and appreciation of the culture of all peoples, and their contribution to the realization of the American dream. |
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The
Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal
Honors an author or illustrator whose books, published in
the United States, have made, over a period of years, a substantial
and lasting contribution to literature for children. |
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The
Newbery Medal
Awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution
to American literature for children. |
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Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually (beginning in 2006) to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished American beginning reader book. |
| Other Awards |
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The
Black-Eyed Susan Award
Honors outstanding books, chosen annually by Maryland students. |
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Children's
Book Awards
The Children's Literature Web Guide's comprehensive guide to English-language children's book awards. |