Newbery Medal · 1938

The 1938 Newbery Medal

The White Stag won the 1938 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1938 Newbery Medal Winner
The White Stag
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1937

The White Stag

By Kate Seredy, Kate Seredy

Tribes chase a mystical stag across Europe, led by a fierce leader toward their destined land.

Newbery Medal (1938)
96 pages· 14,415 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.6/5 Goodreads · 3,920 ratings
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Summary: In a quest driven by divine voices, the Huns and Magyars pursue a mystical white stag across Europe. Their leader, Attila, guides them through epic challenges toward their promised homeland. As they sweep across the continent, the tribes face trials that test their resolve and unity. Will they find the land foretold by their gods, or will the journey consume them? This legendary tale of migration and leadership unfolds with the wonder of a fairy tale and the intensity of a heroic saga, capturing the spirit of a people and their relentless pursuit of destiny.
1938 Honor Books
On the Banks of Plum Creek
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1937

On the Banks of Plum Creek

By Laura Ingalls Wilder, Garth Williams (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Little House on the Prairie series

A pioneer family faces nature's fury with resilience and unity on Plum Creek.

Newbery Honor (1938)
339 pages· 55,224 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
6.6/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 109,455 ratings
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Summary: Laura Ingalls and her family settle by Plum Creek, embracing frontier life in a sod house. As they adapt, a grasshopper plague and a fierce blizzard threaten their survival. With Pa's fiddle as their solace, they must unite to overcome these trials. Will their spirit endure against nature's relentless challenges? Discover the heartwarming tale of resilience and family bonds in this beloved pioneer saga.
Pecos Bill
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1937

Pecos Bill

By James Cloyd Bowman, Laura Bannon (Illustrator)

A boy raised by coyotes discovers his humanity and becomes a legendary cowboy.

Newbery Honor (1938)
384 pages· 61,456 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 281 ratings
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Summary: Abandoned as a child near the Pecos River, Bill grows up among coyotes, unaware of his human origins. As an adult, he returns to civilization, wielding extraordinary abilities from his wild upbringing. Can he navigate the human world and become the West's greatest cowboy? Discover the legend of Pecos Bill, where the line between man and myth blurs, and adventure awaits at every turn.
Bright Island
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1937

Bright Island

By Mabel L Robinson, Lynd Ward (Illustrator)

Island girl faces mainland school challenges and unexpected friendships.

Newbery Honor (1938)
288 pages· 63,131 words· Est. 9 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 519 ratings
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Summary: Thankful Curtis, a spirited islander, is uprooted to mainland schooling, facing a frosty roommate, a charming classmate, and a stern teacher with a hidden warmth. As she navigates these new waters, her heart remains tethered to her beloved Bright Island. Will she find her place in this unfamiliar world, or will the call of the sea prove too strong? Dive into Thankful's journey of self-discovery and resilience.
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