1990 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winners & Honor Books

1990 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Fiction

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 1990

Maniac Magee

By Jerry Spinelli

A boy's legendary runs challenge a racially divided town's boundaries.

Newbery Medal (1991)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1990)

180 pages· 34,961 words· Est. 4 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 129,442 ratings

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Summary: In a town split by racial tension, Jeffrey Lionel "Maniac" Magee becomes a legend. Orphaned by a freak accident, he escapes his unhappy home life by running—running so fast and far that he becomes a myth. As Maniac races through the town, he defies the barriers that divide its people, performing feats that challenge the status quo. Can one boy's extraordinary journey bridge the gap between two worlds, or will the town's deep-seated prejudices prove too strong? Discover the power of one boy's determination to change the world around him.

1990 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Picture Book

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989

Lon Po Po

By Ed Young

A Chinese twist on Little Red Riding Hood reveals unexpected dangers and clever survival.

Caldecott Medal (1990)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1990)

32 pages· 1,184 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,690 ratings

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Summary: In a vibrant retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, a young girl faces unexpected dangers in the Chinese countryside. As she navigates a path filled with deception and peril, her wits become her greatest ally. Will she outsmart the lurking threat, or fall prey to its cunning? This celebrated picture book combines stunning pastels and watercolors to bring an ancient tale to life, inviting readers to explore a world where bravery and cleverness are key to survival.

1990 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Special Citation

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Picture Book · Ages 7–+ · 1989

Valentine & Orson

By Nancy Eckholm Burkert

Twin brothers, separated at birth, face a mysterious destiny.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1990)

48 pages· 9,890 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud

3.7/5 Goodreads · 39 ratings

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Summary: In a world where fate plays its own game, twin brothers are torn apart at birth. One grows up in the royal court of King Pepin, while the other is raised by a bear in the wild. As their paths converge, secrets unravel and destinies collide. What will happen when the brothers discover their true origins? Will they embrace their shared past or forge their own futures? This tale of identity and destiny will keep you guessing until the very end.

1990 Honor Books

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Picture Book · Ages 3–8

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

By John Archambault, Lois Ehlert (Illustrator) · Chicka Chicka series

A group of letters climb a coconut tree, but their fun is disrupted when the tree falls down.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1990)

40 pages· 272 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

5.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 172,905 ratings

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Board Book · Ages 1–2 · 1989

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

By Helen Oxenbury, Michael Rosen · We're Going on a Bear Hunt series

A family embarks on a thrilling adventure to find a bear. What awaits them in the dark cave?

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1990)

36 pages· 410 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 48,827 ratings

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Summary: Join a father and his four children on a daring quest to find a bear. They brave tall grass, cold rivers, and dark forests, each step filled with excitement and suspense. As they venture into a narrow, gloomy cave, the question looms: what will they discover inside? This timeless tale of exploration and courage invites readers to experience the thrill of the unknown and the joy of family adventure. Will they find the bear they seek, or something unexpected? Dive into this classic story to uncover the mystery.

The 1990 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award

Maniac Magee

Lon Po Po

Valentine & Orson

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

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