Newbery Medal · 1942

The 1942 Newbery Medal

The Matchlock Gun won the 1942 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 4 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1942 Newbery Medal Winner
The Matchlock Gun
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1941

The Matchlock Gun

By Walter D. Edmonds, Paul Lantz (Illustrator)

Can young Edward defend his family with an ancient gun against looming threats?

Newbery Medal (1942)
84 pages· 6,062 words· Est. 51 min read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 8,602 ratings
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Summary: In 1756, young Edward faces a daunting challenge in colonial New York. With his father away, he must protect his mother and sister from potential French and Indian attacks. Armed only with a massive, unwieldy matchlock gun, Edward's courage and skill are put to the ultimate test. Can he rise to the occasion and safeguard his family, or will the threats prove too great? This gripping tale of bravery and responsibility unfolds with tension and heart.
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1941

Indian Captive

Captured by warriors, a young girl must choose between two worlds.

298 pages· 65,304 words· Est. 9 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 10,674 ratings
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Summary: Mary Jemison's life shatters when she's captured by warriors and taken from her family. In a Seneca village, she learns their ways and forms unexpected bonds. When offered freedom, Mary faces a heart-wrenching choice: return to her past or embrace her new life. Can she reconcile her divided loyalties and find where she truly belongs?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1941

Little Town on the Prairie

A young pioneer navigates new social adventures and responsibilities in a growing town.

307 pages· 61,703 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 95,185 ratings
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Summary: In the burgeoning town of De Smet, fifteen-year-old Laura Ingalls faces new challenges and opportunities. As she attends her first social events and earns her teaching certificate, Laura also helps her sister Mary attend college for the blind. Amidst these changes, a budding romance with Almanzo Wilder begins to unfold. How will Laura balance her dreams with her duties in this vibrant frontier town?
Chapter Book · 1941

Down Ryton Water

By E. R. Gaggin, Drew Thurston (Illustrator)

Journey with Pilgrims facing trials across lands.

369 pages
3.5/5 Goodreads · 64 ratings
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Summary: Embark on a journey with the Pilgrims as they navigate the challenges of leaving England, seeking refuge in the Netherlands, and ultimately settling in New England. Experience their trials, hopes, and the resilience needed to forge a new life in an unknown world. What sacrifices will they make, and what will they discover about themselves along the way?
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1941

George Washington's World

Explore George Washington's life amid global revolutions and Enlightenment ideas.

357 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,852 ratings
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Summary: Journey through the transformative era of 1732 to 1799, witnessing George Washington's rise amidst global revolutions and Enlightenment ideals. As a young man, Washington navigates a world where figures like Benjamin Franklin and Lafayette shape history. With monarchs on thrones and explorers charting new territories, Washington's story unfolds against a backdrop of change and challenge. Discover how this iconic leader stood firm as the American colonies defied England's unjust taxes, setting the stage for a new nation. This biography offers a vivid tapestry of narratives, capturing the essence of a pivotal time in history.
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