Newbery Award -- Originating in 1921, the Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children published during the preceding year. Honor books may also be named.

Caldecott Award -- Given since 1938, this award is presented to the most distinguished picture book of the year. Although only one book is chosen as the winner, the committee also may select other titles, if they choose, that exemplify the meaning of distinguished. These books are Caldecott Honor Books.

Children's Book Awards - The most comprehensive guide to English-language children's book awards on the Internet.

   Coretta Scott King Award - This award commemorates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.