Boston Globe–Horn Book Award · 1988

The 1988 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award

The Friendship and The Boy of the Three-Year Nap won the 1988 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award. Browse them alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1988 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Fiction and Poetry
The Friendship
Sale price
$759
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1987

The Friendship

By Mildred D. Taylor, Max Ginsburg (Illustrator) · Logan Family Saga series

In 1933 Mississippi, a daring act defies racial norms. Can history change the present?

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1988)Coretta Scott King Award (1988)
80 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,603 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: In 1933 Mississippi, Cassie Logan and her brothers are warned to avoid the Wallace store. Yet, they witness Mr. Tom Bee, an elderly black man, boldly addressing the white storekeeper by his first name. This defiance of racial norms raises questions about the power of shared history. Can past connections alter the present's harsh realities? As tensions simmer, Cassie must navigate a world where courage and danger walk hand in hand. Discover the impact of one man's audacity in a time when some things just aren't done.
1988 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Picture Book
The Boy of the Three-Year Nap
Sale price
$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988

The Boy of the Three-Year Nap

By Dianne Snyder, Allen Say (Illustrator)

A lazy son faces unexpected consequences from his clever mother's scheme.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1988)Caldecott Honor (1989)
32 pages· 1,665 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,049 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: In a quaint Japanese village, Taro's laziness is legendary. But when his cunning mother turns his own trick against him, Taro must confront the unexpected fallout. Will he learn the value of hard work, or will his mother's clever plan backfire? Discover a tale of wit and wisdom, beautifully illustrated in traditional Japanese style, where every page reveals a new twist in Taro's journey.
1988 Honor Books
Joyful Noise
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1988

Joyful Noise

By Paul Fleischman, Eric Beddows (Illustrator)

Discover the vibrant world of insects through poems that buzz, hum, and sing with life.

Newbery Medal (1989)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1988)
44 pages· 2,190 words· Est. 19 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 10,905 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Summary: Dive into a world where insects come alive through poems meant for two voices. From the fleeting mayfly to the droning honeybee, each verse captures the essence of these creatures. With Eric Beddows's illustrations, watch as cicadas pulse and beetles whirl off the page. This collection is not just a guide to insects but a celebration of their vibrant existence. What stories do these tiny beings tell, and how do they mirror the rhythms of life itself? Experience the joyful noise that echoes through the natural world.
Stringbean's Trip to the Shining Sea
Sale price
$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1988

Stringbean's Trip to the Shining Sea

By Vera B. & Jennifer Williams, Vera B. Williams (Illustrator)

Two brothers and a dog journey cross-country, sharing adventures through postcards.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1988)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1988)
48 pages· 3,198 words· Est. 25 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 105 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: Join Stringbean Coe, his brother Fred, and their dog Potato as they embark on a summer road trip from Kansas to California. Traveling in a pickup truck with a tiny house, they capture their adventures in daily postcards sent home. Each snapshot reveals a new discovery, a slice of life on the road, and the bond between brothers. What stories will unfold as they traverse the heart of America? Dive into their journey and experience the thrill of exploration through their eyes.
Where the Forest Meets the Sea
Sale price
$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987

Where the Forest Meets the Sea

By Jeannie Baker

A boy explores an ancient rainforest, questioning its future amidst looming threats.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1988)
32 pages· 360 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,625 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Summary: In a lush rainforest, a young boy imagines a time when rare animals roamed and aboriginal children played. As he wanders among ancient trees, he wonders how long this primeval wilderness will survive against encroaching threats. With vivid collage illustrations, this journey through time raises urgent questions about the forest's future and the impact of civilization.
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