Coretta Scott King Award · 2019

The 2019 Coretta Scott King Award

The Stuff of Stars and A Few Red Drops won the 2019 Coretta Scott King Award. Browse them alongside all 6 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2019 Coretta Scott King Award Winner · Illustrator
The Stuff of Stars
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The Stuff of Stars

By Marion Dane Bauer, Ekua Holmes (Illustrator)

Explore the cosmic journey from stardust to human existence in a poetic blend of science and art.

Coretta Scott King Award (2019)
34 pages· 411 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.8/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,729 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Journey from the void before the Big Bang to the birth of stars and planets, and discover how we are all made of stardust. This poetic tale, brought to life with vivid illustrations, explores the universe's creation and our place within it. What mysteries lie in the cosmic dust that formed us? Uncover the wonders of existence in this seamless blend of science and art, revealing the profound connection between the universe and every child born into it. A captivating exploration of how we are all the stuff of stars.
2019 Coretta Scott King Award Winner · Author
A Few Red Drops
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2017

A Few Red Drops

By Claire Hartfield

A tragic incident ignites racial violence, shaking 1919 Chicago.

Coretta Scott King Award (2019)
208 pages· 33,150 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 1,299 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In July 1919, a tragic incident on a Chicago beach ignites a racial conflict that rocks the city. As tensions explode, the narrative delves into the deep-seated issues of race, politics, and culture that have been simmering for decades. Through vivid accounts and archival materials, discover the roots of this urban upheaval and the forces that shaped a pivotal moment in history.
2019 Honor Books
Finding Langston
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Finding Langston

By Lesa Cline-Ransome · Book #1 in the The Finding Langston Trilogy series

A boy finds solace in a library and a poet's legacy amidst the chaos of a new city.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction (2019)
112 pages· 22,883 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 5,250 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1946, young Langston moves from Alabama to Chicago, leaving behind everything he loves. Struggling with loneliness and bullying, he finds refuge in the welcoming Chicago Public Library. There, he discovers a poet who shares his name and a connection to his late mother. As Langston navigates his new world, he uncovers the power of words and the strength to face his challenges. Will this unexpected discovery help him find his place in a city that feels so foreign?
The Parker Inheritance
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Parker Inheritance

By Varian Johnson

A hidden letter reveals a mystery and a fortune. Can Candice and Brandon solve it before it's lost forever?

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2018)Cybils Award (2018)Odyssey Honor (2019)
368 pages· 84,464 words· Est. 11.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 9,370 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Candice stumbles upon a mysterious letter in her grandmother's attic in Lambert, South Carolina. It hints at a long-buried injustice and a hidden fortune. With Brandon, the boy next door, she embarks on a quest to unravel the town's dark past. As they delve into history, they uncover secrets that could change their lives. Will they solve the puzzle before time erases the truth?
The Season of Styx Malone
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Season of Styx Malone

By Kekla Magoon

Two brothers' adventure spirals as secrets threaten their wildest dreams.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (2019)
304 pages· 53,182 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 3,610 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Caleb and Bobby Gene's summer takes a thrilling turn when they meet Styx Malone, a cool new neighbor with a plan: the Great Escalator Trade. As they swap small items for bigger dreams, the brothers find themselves in over their heads. But Styx's hidden secrets could unravel everything. Will their friendship survive the ultimate test?
Hidden Figures
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Hidden Figures

By Margot Lee Shetterly, Laura Freeman (Illustrator)

Four women defy racial and gender barriers to launch men into space.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)
40 pages· 1,407 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 3,414 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Meet Dorothy, Mary, Katherine, and Christine—brilliant mathematicians who defy racial and gender barriers at NASA. As 'colored computers,' they calculate America's first space journeys, proving that persistence and genius can change the world. Will their groundbreaking work inspire future generations to reach for the stars?
Let the Children March
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018

Let the Children March

By Monica Clark-Robinson, Frank Morrison (Illustrator)

Children march for civil rights, challenging segregation in 1963 Birmingham.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)
40 pages· 892 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo·4.6/5 Goodreads · 2,107 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1963 Birmingham, young African Americans, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., bravely march against segregation. Facing hostility and danger, these children fight for equality, determined to change their world. Will their courage be enough to dismantle the barriers of hate and fear? Experience this pivotal moment in history through vivid storytelling and powerful imagery.
Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop

By Alice Faye Duncan, R Gregory Christie (Illustrator)

A young girl witnesses a pivotal civil rights protest and Dr. King's final stand.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2019)
40 pages· 2,974 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
4.3 Goodreads · 778 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1968 Memphis, nine-year-old Lorraine sees her father join a historic sanitation strike. As Dr. King arrives to support the cause, Lorraine's world changes forever. Will justice prevail before tragedy strikes?
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