Caldecott Medal · 1982

The 1982 Caldecott Medal

Jumanji won the 1982 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside all 4 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1982 Caldecott Medal Winner
Jumanji
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 1981

Jumanji

By Chris Van Allsburg · Jumanji series

Two siblings find a mysterious board game that brings the jungle to life.

Caldecott Medal (1982)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1981)
32 pages· 1,794 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 30,726 ratings
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Summary: Peter and Judy discover an ordinary board game with extraordinary consequences. As they roll the dice, their world transforms into a jungle of chaos and wonder. To escape, they must finish the game, but can they survive its wild surprises? Dive into a tale where fantasy blurs with reality, and every move could be their last.
1982 Honor Books
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 1981

Where the Buffaloes Begin

By Olaff Baker, Stephen Gammell (Illustrator)

A young boy seeks the truth behind a sacred buffalo legend.

48 pages· 2,868 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 288 ratings
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Summary: Little Wolf, captivated by an ancient legend shared by his tribe's elder, dreams of witnessing the mystical birth of buffaloes at a sacred lake. As he embarks on this quest, will he uncover the truth behind the legend, or will the mystery remain hidden? The journey promises revelations and challenges that could change everything he believes.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1981

On Market Street

By Arnold Lobel, Anita Lobel (Illustrator)

Explore a whimsical market where shopkeepers embody their wares from A to Z.

40 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,633 ratings
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Summary: Embark on a whimsical journey down Market Street, where a boy seeks the perfect gifts for a friend. Each shopkeeper, ingeniously crafted from their own merchandise, offers a unique surprise from apples to quilts. Discover a world where imagination and artistry collide, inviting you to ponder what treasures lie behind each letter of the alphabet. Will the boy find the perfect present, or will the market's wonders lead him to unexpected discoveries? Dive into this enchanting adventure and let your curiosity guide you through a vibrant tapestry of creativity.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1981

Outside Over There

Ida ventures beyond to save her sister from goblins.

40 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,041 ratings
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Summary: Ida's world turns upside down when goblins snatch her baby sister, intending to make her a goblin bride. With her father at sea and her mother lost in sorrow, Ida must brave the unknown to bring her sister back. As she steps outside over there, she faces a realm of enchantment and danger. Can Ida outwit the goblins and rescue her sister before it's too late? This journey will test her courage and determination in ways she never imagined.
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1981

A Visit to William Blake's Inn

By Nancy Willard, Alice Provensen (Illustrator)

Enter an inn where poetry and whimsy meet unusual guests.

48 pages· 2,407 words· Est. 19 min read-aloud
4.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 3,740 ratings
Summary: Step into an enchanting inn run by the legendary poet William Blake, where dragons brew, angels fluff featherbeds, and a rabbit guides guests. Meet the Man in the Marmalade Hat, the King of Cats, and sunflowers seeking a room with a view. Each poem unveils a magical world, blending whimsy with wonder. What secrets do these guests hold, and what tales will unfold in this extraordinary place? Discover a realm where imagination reigns and every corner holds a new surprise.
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