Golden Kite Award · 2000

The 2000 Golden Kite Award

A Band of Angels and Speak won the 2000 Golden Kite Award. Browse them alongside both honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2000 Golden Kite Award Winner · Picture Book Text
A Band of Angels
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

A Band of Angels

By Deborah Hopkinson

A singing group fights to save their college with the power of spirituals.

Golden Kite Award (2000)Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (2000)
40 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 175 ratings
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Summary: Ella Sheppard, born into slavery, becomes a beacon of hope as she joins the Jubilee Singers. With only six dollars, she arrives at Fisk School, determined to keep it open. As the group's pianist, Ella helps introduce spirituals to the world, raising funds to save the school and build Jubilee Hall. Her journey is a testament to resilience and the enduring power of music. Will their voices be enough to secure a future for Fisk and inspire generations to come?
2000 Golden Kite Award Winner · Fiction
Speak
Sale price
$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1999

Speak

By Laurie Halse Anderson

A silenced teen confronts her trauma and fights to reclaim her voice.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (1999)Michael L. Printz Honor (2000)Golden Kite Award (2000)
224 pages· 46,607 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 641,743 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: Melinda starts high school as an outcast after calling the cops on a party. Isolated and silent, she finds solace in art, which helps her confront the truth: she was raped by a fellow student. As she begins to heal, another encounter with her attacker forces her to fight back and refuse silence. Will Melinda find the courage to speak up and reclaim her voice? This powerful story explores themes of consent and resilience, challenging readers to consider the importance of speaking out against injustice.
2000 Honor Books
Bud, Not Buddy
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1999

Bud, Not Buddy

By Christopher Paul Curtis

A boy's quest to find his father leads him on an unforgettable journey during the Great Depression.

Newbery Medal (2000)Coretta Scott King Award (2000)Golden Kite Honor (2000)
245 pages· 52,497 words· Est. 6 hour read
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 116,594 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: In 1936 Michigan, ten-year-old Bud embarks on a daring journey to find his father, armed with a suitcase of treasures and a clue from his late mother. As he follows the trail of flyers for Herman E. Calloway and his band, Bud faces hunger, fear, and unexpected challenges. Will his determination and wit lead him to the truth about his family? Discover a heartwarming tale of resilience and adventure as Bud navigates the uncertainties of the Great Depression in search of belonging and identity.
The Babe & I
Sale price
$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1999

The Babe & I

By David A. Adler, Terry Widener (Illustrator)

Two boys find hope and teamwork with Babe Ruth during the Great Depression.

Golden Kite Honor (2000)
32 pages· 1,664 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 285 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: In 1932, amidst the Great Depression, two boys face tough times but find solace in baseball. When one of them meets Babe Ruth while selling newspapers, they discover that creativity and teamwork can change their fortunes. As they strive to support their team, will the legendary Babe Ruth's influence be enough to inspire their success?
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