Caldecott Medal · 1976

The 1976 Caldecott Medal

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears won the 1976 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside the honor book, with ages and reading levels for each.

1976 Caldecott Medal Winner
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1975

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

By Verna Aardema, Leo Dillon (Illustrator), Diane Dillon (Illustrator)

A mosquito's lie triggers chaos in the jungle.

Caldecott Medal (1976)
32 pages· 1,224 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 26,374 ratings
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Summary: A mosquito's deceitful tale spirals into chaos, leaving the jungle in disarray. As the owl refuses to wake the sun, the lion must gather the animals to restore order. Can harmony be reclaimed, or will the jungle remain in darkness? Discover the ripple effects of one small lie in this captivating tale.
1976 Honor Books
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1975

Strega Nona

A magic pasta pot causes chaos when misused.

40 pages· 1,278 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 90,740 ratings
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Summary: In a quaint Calabrian town, Big Anthony is left alone with Strega Nona's magical pasta pot. Eager to impress, he unleashes its power, but without knowing how to stop it, chaos ensues. As pasta floods the town, can Big Anthony find a way to fix his mistake before it's too late? This humorous tale of magic and mischief will leave you wondering if curiosity truly killed the cat—or just filled the town with pasta.
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