2018 Americas Award Winners & Honor Books

2018 Americas Award Winner

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2017

American Street

By Ibi Zoboi

A young immigrant faces a perilous choice in pursuit of the American dream.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2017)Americas Award (2018)

336 pages· 73,301 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 22,487 ratings

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Summary: Fabiola Toussaint arrives in Detroit, hoping for a better life, but her mother is detained by immigration. Alone, she must navigate a new school, her boisterous cousins, and a budding romance. As she adapts to this unfamiliar world, a risky offer challenges her dreams. Will Fabiola risk everything for freedom, or will the cost be too high? Discover her journey at the crossroads of hope and sacrifice.

2018 Americas Award Winner

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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2017

Danza!

By Duncan Tonatiuh

A young dancer transforms Mexican folk traditions into a world-renowned ballet company.

Americas Award (2018)

32 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 721 ratings

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Summary: Amalia Hernández, captivated by dancers in her town square, dreams of becoming a dancer. She studies ballet and modern dance, but her heart remains with Mexican folk traditions. Traveling across Mexico, she learns regional dances and blends them with her training to create El Ballet Folklórico de México. Her company becomes an international sensation, celebrating Mexican culture through dance. Discover how Amalia's passion and innovation bring traditional dances to the world stage, inspiring generations.

2018 Honor Books

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

All the Way to Havana

By Margarita Engle, Mike Curato (Illustrator)

A boy and his family journey through Havana in their beloved old car.

Americas Honor (2018)

40 pages· 613 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,112 ratings

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Summary: Join a young boy and his parents as they navigate the vibrant streets of Havana in their cherished old car, Cara Cara. Amidst the lively chatter of neighbors and the rhythm of street musicians, they head to celebrate a special birthday. As they putt-putt through the colorful city, the boy discovers the true beauty of their journey lies in the enduring spirit of their car and the people around them. Will their trusty vehicle make it to the celebration? Experience a heartwarming tale of family, tradition, and the magic of Havana.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2017

Lucky Broken Girl

By Ruth Behar

A young immigrant's dreams shatter after an accident, revealing life's fragility and unexpected resilience.

Americas Honor (2018)

272 pages· 49,919 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 5,161 ratings

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Summary: Ruthie Mizrahi, a Cuban-Jewish immigrant in 1960s New York, faces a life-altering challenge when a car accident confines her to bed. As her world narrows, her heart and mind expand, uncovering life's fragility and the unexpected strength found in art and community. Can Ruthie find hope and healing in her new reality?

The 2018 Americas Award

American Street

Danza!

All the Way to Havana

Lucky Broken Girl

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