Showing 51–100 of 425 titles
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Breaking Stalin's Nose
On the eve of his induction into the Young Pioneers, Sasha's world is overturned when his father is arrested by Stalin's guard. Yelchin deftly crafts a stark and compelling story of a child's lost idealism.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780805092165
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Bridge to Terabithia
After practicing all summer to be the fastest runner in school, Jess is beaten by the new girl, Leslie. Gradually the two become close friends, creating an imaginary world in the woods and calling it Terabithia. When tragedy strikes, Jess, shocked and despairing, slowly begins to see the wonders Leslie left him.- Fiction, Fantasy
- John Newbery Medal 1978 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780690013597
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Bright Island
Strong, independent, and committed to life on her family's small island off the coast of Maine, Thankful very reluctantly agrees to attend school on the mainland. There, life is so foreign that she initially feels like a total outsider among the other high school students.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1938 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780394909868
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The Bronze Bow
At the death of his parents, Daniel swears vengeance against the Roman invaders. For five years he hides in the mountains of Galilee with a band of rebels but finally must return to care for his sister. He meets Jesus but refuses to accept his message of love, wanting revenge instead. Only when all seems nearly lost does he start to understand the power of love.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1962 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780395071137
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Brown Girl Dreaming
Jacqueline Woodson's lyrical memoir chronicles the incidents and emotions she experienced as an African-American girl growing up in the 1960s and 1970s. Precise language magnifies moments and connects them to the larger historical narrative. Her elegant and evocative stand-alone poems weave a story about her development from a struggling reader and dreamer into a confident young woman and writer. -
Bud, Not Buddy
Ten-year-old Bud Caldwell runs away from a foster home and begins an unforgettable journey in search of his father. His only clues are old flyers left by his now-deceased mother that point to a legendary jazz bandleader. Bud's fast-paced first-person ac count moves with the rhythms of jazz and cele brates life, family, and a child's indomi table spirit.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2000 (Medal Winner)
- Middle
- ISBN: 0-385-32306-9
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By the Shores of Silver Lake
The Ingalls have not had a good crop since the grasshoppers came. Pa decides they will make one more move, this time to Dakota Territory. The family spends a happy winter taking in other settlers and earning money to send Mary, blind from scarlet fever, to a special school.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1940 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780060264161
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Caddie Woodlawn
Eleven years old in 1864, Caddie roams the woods and rivers of western Wisconsin with her brothers as her mother relentlessly tries to make her into a young “lady.” The mischievous redhead's adventures with Indians and pioneers are full of fun and excitement.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1936 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780020418801
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Calico Bush
In 1743, twelve-year-old Marguerite is bound out to a family in Maine. Discriminated against by the parents because she is French, she finds happiness with the children as they all face hardships and the rigors of life in the Maine wilderness.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1932 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780027346206
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Call It Courage
Mocked by the other boys because of his fear of the sea, Mafatu secretly takes a small boat and leaves his village. Alone on a terrifying ocean voyage, the boy, son of a Polynesian chief, overcomes his fear of the sea.- Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
- John Newbery Medal 1941 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780027860306
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Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
In spite of having little education, Nat Bowditch manages to teach himself mathe matics and the principles of navigation. When he gets the chance to sail as a second mate, he teaches the rest of the crew to navigate and even finds mistakes in the navigational tables. He later rewrites the tables, and they become a standard navigational tool.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1956 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780618250745
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Carver: A Life in Poems
Nelson challenges readers with a truly new biography of George Washington Carver. Told from multiple perspectives, this collection of fifty-nine poems reveals littleknown facets of the remarkable scientist, who it too often dismissed as “the peanut man.” With simple sophistication and beauty, Nelson transcends Carver's brilliance and scientific achievements to present the essence of this profoundly humble man.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- John Newbery Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: (1-886910-53-7)
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The Cat Who Went to Heaven
A starving Japanese artist is commissioned to paint the death of Buddha. He longs to include his gentle cat, Good Fortune, among the animals, but legend says cats cannot enter heaven. Because of her goodness, he paints her, and the little animal dies of happiness. When the priest objects, the painting miraculously changes to show Buddha accepting the cat.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1931 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780027197105
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Catherine, Called Birdy
In the course of her fourteenth year, Catherine keeps a journal of her perceptive observations and longings for adventure and independence. Her lively, humorous descriptions of life on a thirteenth-century English manor, amid unwanted suitors and ever-present fleas, reach through time to speak to modern readers.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1995 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: (0-395-68186-3)
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Cedric the Forester
Cedric, son of a thirteenth-century forester, saves Sir Richard's son and is made his squire. Taught to read and fight, Cedric becomes the best crossbowman in England, and, at the Battle of the Eagles, he is knighted.- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action, Adventure
- John Newbery Medal 1922 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997488657
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Charlotte's Web
After being raised by the farmer's daughter, Wilbur, a pig, is sold to another farm where his companion is a gray spider named Charlotte. When it becomes apparent that Wilbur is being fattened up for slaughtering, Charlotte promises to save him. The words that begin appearing in Charlotte's web amaze the farmer and bring hope to Wilbur.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1953 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780060263867
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Children of the Soil: A Story of Scandinavia
Two very poor but ambitious and industrious children live with their mother in Sweden at the turn of the twentieth century. The soil they hoe is poor, their crab trap washes out to sea, and a weaving contest is lost to the gentry. With a little help from a Tomte and a lot of work on their part, they acquire some livestock and the promise of a happier future.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1933 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489166
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Chucaro: Wild Pony of the Pampa
Once wild on the Argentine pampa, Chucaro is captured and tamed by Pedrito and his gaucho friend Juan. When the patron demands a gentle horse for his spoiled and cruel son, it is Chucaro he gets in spite of Pedrito's determination to keep him.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1959 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780802773876
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Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice
Hoose reveals the true story of an unsung hero of the Montgomery bus boycott in a work that seamlessly merges Colvin's own recollections with the narrative voice, providing a uniquely personal view of Colvin and the civil rights movement. -
Clearing Weather
It is just after the American Revolution and the economy has not recovered. When young Nicholas Drury takes over his family's shipbuilding business, he struggles hard until the family fortune reverses itself with the successful design, construction, and voyage of the Jocasta, a forerunner of the clipper ship.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1929 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780486817422
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The Codfish Musket
Even as a youngster, Dan has a keen eye for fine rifles and arms. On a mission to Washington for his Boston employer, Dan becomes secretary to Thomas Jefferson. The president sends him into the frontier with a message for Merriwether Lewis, but along the way Dan spots gun thieves arming the Indians. He defeats them and delivers his message, finally returning to Washington.- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action, Adventure
- John Newbery Medal 1937 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489661
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Commodore Perry In the Land of the Shogun
Commodore Perry's fascinating mission to Japan in 1853 is told at a lively pace, with special attention given to the negotiating skill that led to his success; to his sensitivity to cultural differences; and to his just plain curiosity. The accompanying pictures include many sketched by the Japanese and the Americans who were with Matthew Perry.- Nonfiction, History, World History, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1986 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780688037239
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The Corn Grows Ripe
A happy but often irresponsible twelve-year-old Yucatan boy must suddenly grow up when his father is injured. Tigre bravely goes to another village to get a bonesetter and then sets about clearing and burning the family's new cornfield, a ritualized duty that goes back to Mayan times. He proves he can be reliable.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1957 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780670241682
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A Corner of the Universe
With the surprising arrival of a mentally disabled uncle, twelve-year-old Hattie Owen's world is turned upside down. Ann Martin used her own childhood memories to create a 1960s small-town setting, perfectly suited to this poignant story.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2003 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 0-439-38880-5
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Courage of Sarah Noble
“Keep up your courage,” Sarah's mother tells her when she leaves with her father to build a home in the wilderness. The home finished, Sarah stays with friendly Indians while her father goes back for the rest of the family.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1955 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780590300490
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The Cow-Tail Switch, and Other West African Stories
Puns, trickster tales, creation tales, parables, and proverbs form the basis for these seventeen stories from West Africa. Faithfully retold from original sources, the stories are great fun to read or tell.- Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
- John Newbery Medal 1948 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780805002980
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Crazy Lady
Twelve-year-old Vernon's initially reluctant, off-beat friendship with an alcoholic and her developmentally disabled son has repercussions throughout the neighborhood, changing the lives of all involved. The reader becomes aware that Vernon's growing self-esteem and maturity come about through his commitment to helping his friends.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1994 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: (0-06-021357-4)
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The Cricket In Times Square
Accidentally brought into a New York City subway station, Chester Cricket is found by Mario Bellini, the son of a newsstand owner. Chester is befriended by two subway animals, Harry Cat and Tucker Mouse, who encourage him to use his musical talents to help the Bellinis. An overnight success, Chester nonetheless longs to return to the country.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1961 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780374316501
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Crispin: The Cross of Lead
Crispin: The Cross of Lead is an action-filled page-turner set in fourteenth-century England. “Asta's son” is the only name the thirteen-year-old title character has ever known when he is suddenly orphaned and stripped of home and possessions. Accused of murder and wanted dead or alive, Crispin flees his village and falls in with a juggler, Bear, who becomes his protector and teacher. Relentlessly pursued by Crispin's enemies, the pair flees to solve the mystery of his identity and fight the injustices of feudalism.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2003 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: (0-7868-0828-4)
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Criss Cross
Criss Cross follows the lives of four fourteen-year-olds in a small town. Each at their own crossroads, this ensemble cast explores new thoughts and feelings in their quest to find the meaning of life and love. In thirty-eight brief chapters, this poetic, postmodern novel experiments with a variety of styles: haiku, song lyrics, question-andanswer dialogue, and split-screen scenarios.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2006 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 0-06-009272-6
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The Crossover
Twelve-year-old narrator Josh Bell uses the rhythms of a poetry jam to emulate the "moving & grooving/popping and rocking" of life on the basketball court with his twin brother, J.B. This powerful novel in verse paints an authentic portrait of a closely-knit family on the brink of crisis. Swish! This book is nothing but net!- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2015 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780544107717
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Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut
In a vibrant, joyful tribute to the barbershop experience, a young black boy relishes in the majesty of a fresh new cut. -
Daniel Boone
A rugged frontiersman and a leader of pioneers, Daniel Boone starts life in Pennsylvania and ends it eighty-six years later in Missouri, an almost legendary character. Boone's longing for adventure, his bravery, and his foolishness are examined honestly in this biography that sings the praises of pioneer men and women in words and vigorous drawings.- Nonfiction, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1940 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780670255894
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Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night
Welcoming her readers into the “wild, enchanted park” that is the night, Joyce Sidman has elegantly crafted twelve poems rich in content and varied in format. Companion prose pieces about nocturnal flora and fauna are as tuneful and graceful as the poems. This collection is “a feast of sound and spark.”- Nonfiction, Poetry
- John Newbery Medal 2011 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780547152288
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The Dark Frigate
A seagoing adventure turns sour when the Rose of Devon is seized in mid-ocean by pirates. The vile, ruthless men force nineteen-year-old Philip to be a part of the pirate crew, and the hangman awaits his return to England. Set in the time of King Charles, the story does not romanticize piracy.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1924 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780316350099
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The Dark Is Rising
On midwinter's eve, Will's eleventh birthday, the world is in turmoil with strange creatures appearing and stranger things happening. Will, the last of the Old Ones to be born, must use all his knowledge and skill to help in the fight against the Dark.- Fiction, Fantasy
- John Newbery Medal 1974 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780689303173
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The Dark Star of Itza: The Story of A Pagan Princess
When the khan of Chichén Itzá kidnaps the betrothed of another Mayan chieftain, war breaks out, and the city falls into the hands of the Toltecs. The seventeen-yearold daughter of Chichén Itzá's chief priest agrees to be the sacrifice that will save her city, but her father bravely finds a way to save her.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1931 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489029
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The Dark-thirty: Southern Tales of the Supernatural
The dark-thirty is that special half hour of twilight, just before dark, when everyone hurries home because the spirits and monsters come out. This collection of spinetingling tales ranges from the time of slavery to the civil rights movement. Strong characterization, classic themes, and suspenseful plots are strongly crafted in the oral tradition of African-American folklore.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1993 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: (0-679-81863-4)
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Daughter of the Mountains
When Momo's beloved Lhasa terrier is stolen by a wool trader, the Tibetan girl follows him on a long and dangerous journey that takes her through the mountains into India and finally to Calcutta.- John Newbery Medal 1949 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780140363357
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A Daughter of the Seine: The Life of Madame Roland
Madame Roland's life coincides with the French Revolution. The historical biography describes the childhood, married life, and tragic execution by guillotine of this remarkable woman. Madame Roland is intelligent and strongly supports the revolution, and her salon is depicted as the headquarters of much political activity.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1930 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997488893
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Davy Crockett
Davy Crockett is a bigger-than-life character: he is a pioneer, hunter, teller of tales, soldier, statesman, and legendary American hero. Rourke writes a well-researched and well-documented biography filled with anecdotes and comments by Crockett and his contemporaries.- Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1935 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780152225179
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Day On Skates: The Story of a Dutch Picnic
The canals of Holland are finally frozen solid, and the headmaster has a surprise. He takes the children on an all-day skating picnic. In spite of a few accidents, it is a thoroughly enjoyable time. Many black-and-white drawings and eight full-color illustrations show the festive atmosphere of the day.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1935 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489265
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Dead End in Norvelt
The importance of history and reading (so you don't do the same “stupid stuff” again) is at the heart of this achingly funny romp through a dying New Deal town. While mopping up epic nose bleeds, Jack narrates this screw-ball mystery in an endearing and believable voice.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780374379933
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Dear Mr. Henshaw
Leigh Botts starts writing to the author of Ways to Amuse a Dog in second grade. Year after year the letters, and then a diary, become vehicles for expressing his feelings about himself, his parents' divorce, and his problems in school. Leigh's growth and acceptance of the divorce are tempered with much humor.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1984 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780688024055
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The Defender
In turn-of-the-century Siberia, Turgen, a widowed hunter and herbalist, becomes the target of the local shaman when he begins to protect the shy, fast-disappearing mountain rams. Turgen's only friends are a poor widow, whom he befriends and marries, and her two children.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1952 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489869
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Dicey's Song
Finally settled in with Gram Tillerman while their mother is in a mental hospital, Dicey and her brothers and sisters discover that it is not easy to become a family. They must learn to love and trust Gram—and she them—while they try to adjust to a new school and make friends.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1983 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780689309441
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Dobry
Bulgarian peasant boy Dobry tries to convince his mother that he must be an artist. He does not want to plow the fields as his ancestors did. Dobry's grandfather understands, but until Dobry sculpts a beautiful nativity scene in the snow to prove his talents, his mother is not convinced.- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1935 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780670275144
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Doctor DeSoto
As mice dentists, the diminutive De Sotos have always refused to treat dangerous animals until a miserable fox appears begging for help. The compassionate mice cleverly find a way to rid the fox of his pain while guaranteeing their own safety.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1983 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780374318031
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Dogsong
Unhappy with the snowmobile-and-television society that seems to have taken over his Eskimo village, Russell turns to Oogruk, the old man of the village, for help in finding a path back to the old ways. With Oogruk's advice and encouragement, Russell begins an arduous dogsled journey northward to find his own “song.”- Fiction, Action, Adventure
- John Newbery Medal 1986 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780027701807
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Doll Bones
In this distinctive coming-of-age tale, best friends Zach, Poppy and Alice set out on a life-altering quest driven by the presence of a sinister bone china doll who haunts their dreams and waking hours. Black explores complex questions of storytelling, imagination and changing friendships in this superbly haunting narrative.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2014 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781416963981