The Newbery Medal was first awarded in 1922 by the American Library Association. It is an annual award given to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
The award was established in 1938. The first winner was Animals of The Bible, A Picture book by Dorothy P. Lathrop.
It is announced at the American Library Association's Winter meeting in January.
It is awarded in January of each year. The committee works on reviewing the books for the entire year.
The Newbery award was established in 1922
Newbery Medal was created in 1922.
Rene Paul Chambellan designed the Newbery Medal in 1921.
The Newbery Award is named after John Newbery.
The Newbery Medal was first awarded in 1922.
Yes, "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak did not receive a Newbery Medal; however, it was awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1964 for its illustrations.
No, Stephenie Meyer has not won a Newbery Medal.
The first Newbery Medal was awarded in 1922.
The Newbery Medal was first awarded in 1922.
The Newbery Medal was first awarded in 1922.
Rene Paul Chambellan designed the Newbery Medal in 1921.
The Whipping Boy won the Newbery Medal in 1987.
The runners-up to the Newbery Medal are called Newbery Honor recipients.