Caldecott Medal · 1939

The 1939 Caldecott Medal

Mei Li won the 1939 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside both honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1939 Caldecott Medal Winner
Mei Li
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1938

Mei Li

By Thomas Handforth

A fair visit leads Mei Li to a divine encounter at home.

Caldecott Medal (1939)
48 pages
3.3/5 Goodreads · 921 ratings
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Summary: Mei Li's New Year's Eve is filled with excitement at the fair, but the real adventure begins when she returns home. As the clock ticks towards midnight, she must face the Kitchen God, a figure of both reverence and mystery. Will her day of fun and discovery prepare her for this unexpected meeting? What secrets or blessings might the Kitchen God hold for her? Join Mei Li on a journey where tradition meets the unexpected, and every moment counts.
1939 Honor Books
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1938

Andy and the Lion

A boy befriends a lion by removing a thorn from its paw.

72 pages· 561 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 2,499 ratings
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Summary: On his way to school, Andy encounters a lion in distress. With courage and kindness, he removes a thorn from the lion's paw, forging an unexpected friendship. This retelling of a classic folktale explores themes of gratitude and neighborly help. Will Andy's act of compassion lead to a lifelong bond with the majestic creature? Discover how a simple gesture can change lives in this heartwarming tale.
Chapter Book · Ages 3–7 · 1938

Wee Gillis

An orphan must choose between two worlds: the lowlands or the highlands.

80 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 930 ratings
$18.95Save 5%
Summary: In Scotland, orphan Wee Gillis splits his time between the lowlands and highlands, mastering cattle herding and stag stalking. Both families urge him to choose their way of life. As he learns from each, a pivotal decision looms: which land will he call home? This classic tale explores identity and belonging, leaving readers to wonder where Gillis's heart truly lies.
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