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Recommended Reading Lists (in PDF Format)
Kids Book Blog
Novelist K-8
Novelist K-8 is the kids’ version of Novelist, the readers’ database that lets you find great books you’ll love to read. Find books that are similar to ones you’ve already read, look up favorite authors, or get a list of all the books in your favorite series. Check out Novelist K-8 at http://www.sailor.lib.md.us/cgi-bin/ebsco?DB=novelists
Award-Winning Books
Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award
Black-Eyed Susan Book Nominees
The Newbery Medal
Awarded by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
The Caldecott Medal
Awarded by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
ALA ’s Best Books for Young Adults
The Best Books for Young Adults Lists from 1996 to the present.
ALCS’s Children's Notable Lists
Links to current and past ALSC Children's Notable Lists, including books, recordings, videos and computer software.
The Printz Award
The Michael L. Printz Award is given for excellence in young adult literature.
More Book & Media Awards from ALA
Find information and winners for all of the American Library Association’s many different book and media awards
