Boston Globe–Horn Book Award · 2024

The 2024 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award

Remember Us, The Mona Lisa Vanishes and Do You Remember? won the 2024 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award. Browse them alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2024 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Fiction
Remember Us
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2023

Remember Us

By Jacqueline Woodson

A neighborhood burns, friendships shift, and memories guide the way forward.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2024)
192 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,788 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: Sage's world ignites as her Bushwick neighborhood earns the nickname 'The Matchbox.' Houses burn, friendships drift, and Sage struggles to find her place. Enter Freddy, a new friend who understands her. Together, they navigate the pain of loss and the beauty of the present. As the flames of change threaten everything, Sage must decide what to hold onto and what to let go. Will her memories light the path forward, or will the past consume her? Discover the power of memory and resilience in a summer that changes everything.
2024 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Nonfiction
The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Sale price
$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2023

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

By Nicholas Day, Brett Helquist (Illustrator)

The Mona Lisa vanishes, sparking a mystery that questions its very existence.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2024)Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2024)Cybils Award (2023)
288 pages· 40,453 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 7,419 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: In turn-of-the-century Paris, the Mona Lisa disappears from the Louvre, igniting a whirlwind of intrigue. Was it stolen by a gang, a millionaire, or even Picasso? Journey through the city's shadowy alleys and into Leonardo da Vinci's enigmatic past to uncover the truth behind the world's most famous painting—a masterpiece that perhaps should never have existed. This thrilling tale blends crime, art, and history, inviting young readers to solve a century-old mystery.
2024 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Winner · Picture Book
Do You Remember?
Sale price
$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Do You Remember?

By Sydney Smith

A boy and his mother share memories, blending past joys and new beginnings.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2024)
40 pages· 293 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 538 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: In a new apartment, a boy and his mother reminisce about cherished moments, from picnics to unexpected adventures. As they navigate this life change, will these memories become a comforting bridge between past and future? Discover how the echoes of yesterday shape tomorrow in a tender exploration of childhood and change.
2024 Honor Books
Rez Ball
Sale price
$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2023

Rez Ball

By Byron Graves

A young athlete must lead his team to victory to honor his brother's legacy.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2024)American Indian Youth Literature Award (2024)
368 pages· 79,624 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 3,022 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: Tre Brun dreams of leading his high school basketball team to their first state championship, stepping into the shoes of his late brother, Jaxon. With the weight of his Ojibwe community's hopes and the pressure of not failing on or off the court, Tre faces a pivotal season. As he navigates friendships and budding feelings for Khiana, he must decide if he can fulfill Jaxon's dreams and keep their story alive. Will Tre rise to the challenge and become the hero his community needs, or will the pressure prove too much?
Fungi Grow
Sale price
$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2023

Fungi Grow

By Maria Gianferrari, Diana Sudyka (Illustrator)

Uncover the hidden world of fungi and their vital role in nature.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2024)
48 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 309 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: Dive into the fascinating world of fungi, where mushrooms root and fruit across the earth. Discover their diverse roles, from healing to harming, and explore the underground networks that sustain forests. What secrets do these mysterious organisms hold, and how do they impact our world? Embark on a journey to uncover the wonders of fungi and their essential contributions to life on Earth.
I'm From
Sale price
$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

I'm From

By Gary R. Gray Jr., Oge Mora (Illustrator)

Discover the small moments that define a boy's world.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2024)
40 pages· 223 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 536 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: Step into the vibrant world of a young boy, where early morning pancakes, lively bus rides, and bedtime rituals weave the tapestry of his life. 'I'm From' captures the essence of childhood through the lens of everyday moments, inviting readers to explore the people and places that shape his identity. What stories do these small moments tell, and how do they define where he's from?
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