Caldecott Medal · 1987

The 1987 Caldecott Medal

Hey, Al won the 1987 Caldecott Medal. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1987 Caldecott Medal Winner
Hey, Al
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

Hey, Al

By Arthur Yorinks, Richard Egielski (Illustrator)

A janitor and his dog find paradise isn't what it seems.

Caldecott Medal (1987)
32 pages· 505 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 6,364 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Al, a janitor, and his dog, Eddie, escape their cramped life when a mysterious bird offers them paradise. On a stunning island in the sky, they enjoy luxury but soon discover the dark side of their new world. Can they escape this deceptive utopia and find true happiness back home?
1987 Honor Books
The Village of Round and Square Houses
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1986

The Village of Round and Square Houses

By Ann Grifalconi

Discover why a village divides its homes by shape, told through a young girl's eyes.

Caldecott Honor (1987)
32 pages· 1,320 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 625 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the unique village of Tos, women reside in round houses while men inhabit square ones. Through the eyes of a young girl, uncover the intriguing tale behind this unusual tradition. What led to this division, and how does it shape the lives of its residents? Dive into a world where architecture tells a story, and every corner holds a secret waiting to be revealed.
Alphabatics
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1986

Alphabatics

By Suse MacDonald

Discover how letters transform into the objects they name.

Caldecott Honor (1987)Golden Kite Award (1987)
64 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 443 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Explore a magical alphabet where letters twist and turn into the objects they represent. Watch as A flips into an ark and B balloons into the sky. Each letter morphs into a surprising creation, captivating young readers and changing how they see the alphabet forever. What will F and Y become? Dive into this imaginative journey and find out!
Rumpelstiltskin
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1986

Rumpelstiltskin

By Brothers Grimm, Paul O. Zelinsky (Illustrator)

Discover a world of vibrant art and timeless storytelling.

Caldecott Honor (1987)
40 pages· 989 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 18,278 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: In a world where colors dance and stories unfold with grace, a tale emerges that captivates both young and old. What secrets lie within the richly painted pages?
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