Caldecott Medal · 1955

The 1955 Caldecott Medal

Cinderella won the 1955 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1955 Caldecott Medal Winner
Cinderella
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1812

Cinderella

By Marcia Brown

A magical night changes everything, but time is running out.

Caldecott Medal (1955)
32 pages· 2,309 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,477 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cinderella dreams of attending the prince's ball, but her cruel stepsisters mock her. With a wave of her fairy godmother's wand, pumpkins become coaches and rags turn to riches. As the clock ticks towards midnight, Cinderella's enchanting night at the palace holds the promise of love and transformation. Will she capture the prince's heart before the magic fades?
1955 Honor Books
Marguerite de Angeli's Book of Nursery and Mother Goose Rhymes
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$1895
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1954

Marguerite de Angeli's Book of Nursery and Mother Goose Rhymes

By Marguerite de Angeli

Discover timeless nursery rhymes in a beautifully illustrated collection.

Caldecott Honor (1955)
192 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 211 ratings
$19.95Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Dive into a world of classic nursery rhymes brought to life with stunning color and pencil illustrations. This comprehensive collection spans 192 pages, ensuring every beloved rhyme is included. Perfect for sharing with young ones or revisiting childhood favorites, each page invites you to explore the magic and rhythm of these timeless verses. What cherished rhyme will you rediscover?
Wheel on the Chimney
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$1235
Picture Book · Ages 4–8

Wheel on the Chimney

By Margaret Wise Brown, Tibor Gergely (Illustrator)
Caldecott Honor (1955)
32 pages
3.6/5 Goodreads · 120 ratings
$13.00Save 5%
Hardcover
The Thanksgiving Story
Sale price
$858
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1950

The Thanksgiving Story

By Alice Dalgliesh, Helen Sewell (Illustrator)

Pilgrims face hunger and cold in a new world. Can they survive with unexpected help?

Caldecott Honor (1955)
32 pages· 2,817 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,446 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Aboard the Mayflower, the Hopkins family seeks a new life, but the New World brings harsh trials. As hunger and sickness threaten their colony, the Pilgrims must rely on the Native Americans' aid. Will they endure the first year and celebrate a bountiful harvest? Discover the origins of Thanksgiving in this captivating tale of survival and hope.
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