Caldecott Medal · 1946

The 1946 Caldecott Medal

The Rooster Crows won the 1946 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1946 Caldecott Medal Winner
The Rooster Crows
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1945

The Rooster Crows

By Maud Petersham (Author/Illustrator), Miska Petersham (Author/Illustrator)

Discover timeless American rhymes and games that captivate young hearts and minds.

Caldecott Medal (1946)
64 pages
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.7/5 Goodreads · 1,513 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Dive into a world of classic American nursery rhymes and games that have delighted children for generations. This collection brings together beloved jingles, skipping songs, and finger games, each accompanied by enchanting illustrations. From counting-out rhymes to schoolyard favorites, these timeless treasures invite young readers to explore the playful and rhythmic traditions of childhood. What new favorites will you discover in this charming anthology?
1946 Honor Books
My Mother is the Most Beautiful Woman in the World
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1945

My Mother is the Most Beautiful Woman in the World

By Becky Reyher, Ruth Gannett

A lost girl describes her mother with love, not accuracy.

Caldecott Honor (1946)
40 pages
4.0 Goodreads · 298 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: A young Russian girl finds herself lost in a bustling city. As strangers attempt to help, she paints a picture of her mother filled with love and imagination, but lacking in detail. Can they find her mother based on a child's heartfelt yet vague descriptions? The search becomes a journey of understanding and connection, revealing more than just the way home.
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