Newbery Medal · 1929

The 1929 Newbery Medal

The Trumpeter of Krakow won the 1929 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 6 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1929 Newbery Medal Winner
The Trumpeter of Krakow
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1928

The Trumpeter of Krakow

By Janina Domanska (Illustrator)

A boy must protect a powerful crystal from a ruthless Tartar chief.

Newbery Medal (1929)
208 pages· 58,852 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
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Summary: In medieval Krakow, young Joseph Charnetski is sworn to protect the mysterious Great Tarnov Crystal. As a Tartar chief hunts the jewel, Joseph and his family are ensnared in a web of alchemists, hypnotists, and dark forces. Can Joseph safeguard the crystal and the city from impending doom? The stakes are high, and danger lurks at every turn.
1929 Honor Books
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 1928

Millions of Cats

An old couple must choose one cat from millions. How will they decide?

32 pages· 965 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 22,906 ratings
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Summary: An old man and woman, seeking companionship, find themselves overwhelmed by millions of cats. Faced with an impossible choice, they bring them all home. Discover how they end up with just one beloved feline in this timeless tale of abundance and decision.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1928

Clearing Weather

Footprints lead to a secret that could save a struggling shipyard post-Revolutionary War.

336 pages
3.2/5 Goodreads · 51 ratings
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Summary: In post-Revolutionary War Massachusetts, young Nicholas Drury faces the collapse of his family's shipyard. As bankruptcy looms, mysterious footprints in his backyard unveil a secret that could revive his town's fortunes. With new allies, Nicholas embarks on a daring plan to build a trading ship, echoing the spirit of the American Revolution. As the vessel sets sail for the Caribbean and China, the stakes rise, promising adventure and hope for a brighter future. Will Nicholas's bold venture succeed in restoring prosperity to Brascombe?
Chapter Book · 1928

The Pigtail of Ah Lee Ben Loo

A mysterious book hides secrets within its pages.

298 pages
2.6/5 Goodreads · 31 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: A seemingly ordinary hardcover book with a dust jacket conceals secrets that could change everything. What mysteries lie within its pages, and who will uncover them? Dive into a world where every turn of the page reveals a new twist, challenging perceptions and unraveling hidden truths. As the story unfolds, the stakes rise, leaving readers questioning what is real and what is merely an illusion. Will the secrets remain hidden, or will they be exposed to the light? Discover the answers in this gripping tale of intrigue and revelation.
Chapter Book · 1928

Runaway Papoose

264 pages· 52,195 words
2.9/5 Goodreads · 35 ratings
Hardcover
Chapter Book · 1928

The Boy Who Was

A mysterious book holds secrets that could change everything.

153 pages
3.0/5 Goodreads · 29 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: In a dusty library, a forgotten hardcover book whispers secrets of a hidden past. As its pages turn, mysteries unravel, leading to a revelation that could alter the course of history. What truths lie within, and who will dare to uncover them?
Chapter Book · 1928

Tod of the Fens

A boy and a disguised prince embark on a secret adventure.

146 pages
2.7/5 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In fifteenth-century England, young Tod lives with a band of outlaws. When Prince Hal, heir to the throne, disguises himself to mingle with commoners, he and Tod embark on a daring adventure. As they navigate the challenges of their world, will their secret identities be revealed? Discover the unexpected twists in this historical tale of friendship and intrigue.
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