Caldecott Medal · 1965

The 1965 Caldecott Medal

May I Bring a Friend? won the 1965 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside the honor book, with ages and reading levels for each.

1965 Caldecott Medal Winner
May I Bring a Friend?
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1964

May I Bring a Friend?

By Beatrice de Regniers, Beni Montresor (Illustrator)

A boy's unexpected friends surprise the King and Queen at a royal tea party.

Caldecott Medal (1965)
48 pages· 550 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,080 ratings
Summary: A young boy receives an invitation to tea with the King and Queen. He asks if he can bring a friend, and the royal couple agrees, expecting a typical guest. But each friend he brings is more surprising than the last, challenging the royal expectations and adding a whimsical twist to the palace gathering. What unexpected guests will arrive next, and how will the King and Queen react? This delightful tale, with its rhythmic text and enchanting illustrations, invites readers to explore the joy of unexpected friendships and the magic of imagination.
1965 Honor Books
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1964

Rain Makes Applesauce

By Julian Scheer, Marvin Bileck (Illustrator)

Discover a whimsical world where nonsense reigns and imagination knows no bounds.

32 pages
4.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 1,068 ratings
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Summary: Enter a whimsical realm where houses walk and rain makes applesauce. This beloved classic, with its enchanting nonsense verses and vivid illustrations, invites readers to embrace the joy of imagination. As a favorite for story hours and creative writing inspiration, it challenges young minds to see the world through a playful lens. Will you join the adventure and let your imagination soar?
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