Jane Addams Children's Book Award · 1996

The 1996 Jane Addams Children's Book Award

The Well won the 1996 Jane Addams Children's Book Award. Browse it alongside the honor book, with ages and reading levels for each.

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The Well
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1995

The Well

By Mildred D. Taylor · Logan Family Saga series

Tensions rise as pride and prejudice clash during a drought.

Jane Addams Children's Book Award (1996)
112 pages· 18,910 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,182 ratings
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Summary: In a time of drought, David Logan's family shares their well water with all neighbors, regardless of race. But his brother Hammer struggles to extend kindness to Charlie Simms, who torments them due to their skin color. As Hammer's pride collides with Charlie's cruelty, tensions escalate dangerously. Will dignity prevail, or will the simmering conflict erupt into chaos? Discover a powerful tale of prejudice and the strength of human spirit in this gripping saga.
1996 Honor Books
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1995

From the Notebooks of Melanin Sun

A teen's world unravels when his mom reveals she's in love with a woman.

176 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,536 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: Melanin Sun's life is upended when his mother reveals she's in love with a woman, challenging everything he knows. As he grapples with anger and fear, he must confront his own beliefs about family and identity. Can he accept his mother's new relationship, or will it tear them apart? With his friends' opinions looming, Melanin must decide if love can bridge the gap between them.
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