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What is the Jane Addams Children's Book Award

The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award annually recognizes children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people. A national committee of members with passion for and expertise in children’s literature and social justice is responsible for making the choices each year.

2023 Jane Addams Children’s Book Awards

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2022 Winner and Honor Announcement and Titles

2022 Jane Addams Children’s Book Awards

View Books for Peace & Social Justice: A Panel Discussion with 2021 winning author, Christiana Soontornvat along with Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Selection Committee members held as part of the American Montessori Society’s 2021 Virtual Convention

Learn more about the American Montessori Society and their work in peace and social justice. © 2021 American Montessori Society. All rights reserved.

2019 Jane Addams Children’s Book Awards

  • Winner

    Ghost Boys

    Books for Older Children by Jewell Parker Rhodes

    Ghost Boys is a timely and haunting depiction of two African American boys who die before reaching manhood, victims of violence. Drawing on traditions that view ancestors as [...]

  • Winner

    The Day You Begin

    Books for Younger Children by Jacqueline Woodson

    The Day You Begin demonstrates the power of sharing stories to break down barriers and build community. The Selection Committee noted [...]

  • Honor

    The Day War Came

    Books for Younger Children
  • Honor

    We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices

    Books for Older Children
  • Honor

    The Night Diary

    Books for Older Children
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    Julián is a Mermaid

    Books for Younger Children

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