In addition to the medal winners, the Award Committee designated ten Notable Books of Jewish Content for 2022. Lockhart, illustrated by Manual Preitano, published by DC Comics and “The Summer of Lost Letters,” by Hannah Reynolds, published by Razorbill, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Dickens,” by Nancy Churnin, illustrated by Bethany Stancliffe, published by Albert Whitman & Company and “The Christmas Mitzvah” by Jeff Gottesfeld, illustrated by Michelle Laurentia Agatha, published by Creston Books.įor Middle Grade, the Honor Books are: “The Genius Under the Table Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain,” by Eugene Yelchin, illustrated by Eugene Yelchin, published by Candlewick Press and “Linked,” by Gordon Korman, published by Scholastic Press, an imprint of Scholastic.įor Young Adult, the Honor Books are: “The Last Words We Said,” by Leah Scheier, published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing Division “Whistle: A New Gotham City Hero,” by E. For Picture Book, the Honor Books are: “Nicky & Vera: A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued,” by Peter Sis, illustrated by Peter Sis, published by Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Masterfully combining fantasy, mystery, LGBTQ romance, and historical fiction, this gripping story is set against the sparkling façade of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair.Įight Sydney Taylor Honor Books were also recognized. When a friend is murdered, he’s inhabited by a dybbuk and must find the killer. Romanian-Jewish immigrant Alter Rosen is trying to adapt to American life. “The City Beautiful,” by Aden Polydoros, published by Inkyard Press, won the Sydney Taylor Book Award in the Young Adult category. Narrated in the second person, Hiranandani perfectly captures this turbulent period in history through the lens of a sympathetic and compelling preteen Jewish girl. It's 1967, and Ariel Goldberg is trying to cope with her older sister’s elopement with a man from India and her own struggles at school. “How to Find What You’re Not Looking For,” by Veera Hiranandani, published by Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Random House, won the Sydney Taylor Book Award in the Middle Grade category. With illustrations influenced by Marc Chagall, Kusel’s debut picture book will resonate with readers young and old. When he arrives, they are stunned to discover a magnificent feast. during the Great Depression, Muriel invites a ragged juggler to celebrate Passover with her family. “The Passover Guest,” by Susan Kusel, illustrated by Sean Rubin, published by Neal Porter Books, Holiday House, is the winner of the Picture Book category. We're incredibly proud to add these wonderful titles to the esteemed list of Sydney Taylor books.” said Martha Simpson, chair of the Sydney Taylor Book Award committee. “Our winners take a fresh look at Jewish Historical fiction, while providing a rich diversity of Jewish experiences. The award recognizes titles for children and teens that exemplify high literary standards while authentically portraying the Jewish experience. The Sydney Taylor Book Award is named in memory of the classic All-of-a-Kind Family series author Sydney Taylor. CT, during LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience, held Jan. ALA Upcoming Annual Conferences & LibLearnXĬHICAGO – The 2022 winners of the Sydney Taylor Book Award, administered by the Association of Jewish Libraries, an affiliate of the American Library Association (ALA), were announced at 8 a.m.Related Groups, Organizations, Affiliates & Chapters.Dealing with censorship challenges at your library or need to get prepared for them? Visit our Fight Censorship page for easy-to-access resources.
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