Children and Young Adult

designed to encourage children in Ohio to read literature critically, to promote teacher and librarian involvement in children's literature programs, and to commend authors of such literature.

Awards to foster a love of reading in the children of Georgia, and to introduce them to books of literary excellence. The award is given in two categories – picture books and middle grade novels. Books are nominated for the awards by teachers and media specialists from the state of Georgia.

Promotes the best current young adult literature for Georgia high school age students. Teens vote for their favorite books out of the year's top 20 nominees at their high schools and local public libraries.

International Reading Association's awards given for an author’s first or second published book written for children or young adults. Awards are given for fiction and nonfiction in each of three categories: primary, intermediate, and young adult. Books from any country and in any language published for the first time are considered.

Encourages children in grades 4-8 to read quality literature and to choose their favorite from a list of ten nominated titles. Jointly sponsored by the Connecticut Library Association (CLA) and the Connecticut Association of Media Specialists (CASL).

annual award given to the author of the book voted most outstanding by students in grades four through eight in participating Illinois schools.

Recognizes the best in Jewish children's literature with annual awards for outstanding books that authentically portray the Jewish experience.