The Pura Belpré Award, established in 1996, is presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth.
"The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children." Includes list of previous winners and links to the Newbery and Coretta Scott King award winners.
The William Allen White Award books are chosen by the children themselves from grades 3-5 and 6-8. At the official site users can find master lists, past award winners, art from students, and learn more about how to get involved.
