| The Newberry Medal
The Newberry Medal is named for John Newberry, an 18th century British bookseller. Every year the Association for Library Service to Children gives the award to an author for a distinguished contribution to American literature to children.
Occasionally a book of poetry is recognized. The following books have received the
Newberry Medal:
1989 Medal Winner: Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices by Paul Fleischman
2002 Honor Book Carver: A Life In Poems by Marilyn Nelson
1982 Medal Winner:A Visit to William Blake's Inn: Poems for Innocent and Experienced Travelers by Nancy Willard
The Coretta Scott King Award, presented annually by the Coretta Scott King Task Force of the American Library, recognizes authors and illustrators whose books promote an understanding and appreciation of the "American Dream."
The Award commemorates honors Coretta Scott King, widow of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for her courage and determination in continuing the work for peace and world brotherhood while honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
1998 Honor Book: Ashley Bryan's ABC of African American Poetry, by Ashley Bryan
1997 Honor Book: The Palm of My Heart: Poetry by African American Children, ill. by Gregorie Christie; edited by Davida Adedjouma
1998 Honor Book: The Other Side: Shorter Poems by Angela Johnson
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