2016 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner & Honor Books

2016 National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–16 · 2016

Book Three

By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the March series

A young leader faces escalating threats in a fight for justice and equality.

Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2017)Coretta Scott King Award (2017)National Book Award for Young People's Literature (2016)

246 pages· 21,078 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.6/5 Goodreads · 22,043 ratings

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Summary: In 1963, John Lewis, chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, leads a daring fight against racial injustice. As Jim Crow laws retaliate with violence, Lewis and his young activists launch bold campaigns like the Freedom Vote and Mississippi Freedom Summer. With new allies and foes, and an unpredictable president, the stakes rise. Amid deepening fractures within the movement, Lewis prepares for a pivotal showdown in Selma, risking everything for the promise of 'One Man, One Vote.' Will their nonviolent revolution succeed, or will the forces of oppression prevail?

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

Raymie Nightingale

By Kate DiCamillo · Three Rancheros series

A girl enters a pageant hoping to reunite her family, but unexpected friendships change everything.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)

263 pages· 33,354 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 23,016 ratings

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Summary: Raymie Clarke believes winning the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition will bring her father back. But with the unpredictable Louisiana Elefante and the rebellious Beverly Tapinski as rivals, Raymie's plan faces hurdles. As the contest nears, the trio's shared struggles forge an unexpected bond, leading them to confront loneliness and loss. Can their newfound friendship help them rescue each other in ways they never imagined? Discover how a simple plan transforms into a summer of unforgettable challenges and connections.

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$1797

Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2016

The Sun Is Also a Star

By Nicola Yoon

Two teens' unexpected love faces the ticking clock of deportation.

Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award (2017)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)Michael L. Printz Honor (2017)

344 pages· 66,509 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 363,862 ratings

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Summary: Natasha, a science-minded realist, faces deportation in hours. Daniel, a dreamer bound by family expectations, believes fate brought them together. As their worlds collide on a New York street, they must navigate love, destiny, and the universe's plans. Can they change their future in a single day?

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

Ghost

By Jason Reynolds · Book #1 in the Track series

A young sprinter must outrun his past to achieve greatness on the track team.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)Cybils Award (2016)Odyssey Honor (2017)

208 pages· 39,201 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

6.0/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 54,066 ratings

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Summary: Castle 'Ghost' Cranshaw dreams of being the fastest sprinter on his middle school track team, but his troubled past threatens to derail him. Haunted by memories of fleeing his violent father, Ghost struggles to channel his raw talent under the guidance of a former Olympic coach. As he races toward the Junior Olympics, Ghost must confront his fears and prove to himself that he can overcome his history. Will he find the strength to stay on track, or will his past catch up to him? Discover the electrifying journey of a boy running for more than just victory.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

When the Sea Turned to Silver

By Grace Lin · Where the Mountain Meets the Moon series

A girl must find a mystical stone to rescue her kidnapped grandmother.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)

400 pages· 59,958 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,885 ratings

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Summary: When soldiers abduct her grandmother, young Pinmei embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve the Luminous Stone That Lights the Night. Joined by the enigmatic Yishan, she faces legendary challenges to save her beloved storyteller. Can they uncover the stone's secrets before time runs out?

The 2016 National Book Award for Young People's Literature

Book Three

Raymie Nightingale

The Sun Is Also a Star

Ghost

When the Sea Turned to Silver

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