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Library Catalog
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Hoagies Gifted Reading
http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/reading_lists.htm
Graphic Novels
http://www.education.wisc.edu/ccbc/links/links.asp?idLinksCategory=15
Resources for All
Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC)
Newbery and Caldecott Medal Book lists, great sites for kids and young adults, tips for parents
Caldecott Medal, 1938
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present
awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children
Coretta Scott King Award Books 1970-present
presented annually to authors and illustrators of African descent whose distinguished books promote an understanding and appreciation of the "American Dream."
Newbery Medal, 1922 - present
awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children
Laura Ingalls Wilder Award
honors an author or illustrator whose books, published in the U.S., have made, over a period of years, a substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children
Michael L. Printz Award 2000-present
awarded annually a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature
Theodor Seuss Geisel Medal
honors the author(s) and illustrator(s) of the most distinguished contribution to the body of American children’s literature known as beginning reader books
Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA)
books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults, ages 12 through 18
YALSA Outstanding Books for the College Bound
for students in grades 9-12 (and below!) who wish to enrich and strengthen their knowledge of various subject areas in both classic and contemporary literature, on subjects including History, Humanities, Literature and Language Arts, Science and Technology, and Social Sciences
YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens
recommended graphic novels and illustrated nonfiction for those ages 12-18
YALSA Margaret A. Edwards Award
honors an author, as well as a specific body of his or her work, for significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature
YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers
quick picks and top ten lists for reluctant YA readers...
YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults
a great new list, beginning in 2010
Genres, Classics & Resources
http://library.thinkquest.org/4155/Genre.html