Newbery Medal · 1946

The 1946 Newbery Medal

Strawberry Girl won the 1946 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 4 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1946 Newbery Medal Winner
Strawberry Girl
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1945

Strawberry Girl

By Lois Lenski · American Regional series

A young girl faces nature's trials and neighborly feuds in the Florida backwoods.

Newbery Medal (1946)
208 pages· 37,998 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 14,158 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Ten-year-old Birdie Boyer dreams of picking ripe strawberries, but her family’s new life in the Florida backwoods is fraught with challenges. As they struggle to make their farm thrive, they must endure harsh weather and navigate tensions with unruly neighbors. Can Birdie and her family overcome these obstacles and find harmony in their new home? Discover a tale of resilience and the power of kindness in this enduring classic.
1946 Honor Books
Justin Morgan Had a Horse
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1945

Justin Morgan Had a Horse

By Marguerite Henry, Wesley Dennis (Illustrator)

A runt colt defies odds to become a legendary horse breed's progenitor.

Newbery Honor (1946)
176 pages· 30,779 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 9,491 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Young Joel Goss is tasked with training Little Bub, a seemingly ordinary colt with extraordinary potential. As the colt's remarkable strength and speed capture the attention of the Northeast, Joel finds himself at the heart of a legend in the making. Can this unlikely hero defy expectations and change the course of equine history? Discover the origins of the world-renowned Morgan horse breed in this tale of determination and destiny.
Bhimsa, The Dancing Bear
Chapter Book · 1945

Bhimsa, The Dancing Bear

By Christine Weston, Illustrated By Roger Duvosin (Illustrator)

Two boys journey across India with a dancing bear.

Newbery Honor (1946)
120 pages
2.9/5 Goodreads · 28 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: In the heart of India, David and Gopali embark on an extraordinary adventure with their dancing bear. As they traverse vibrant landscapes, they encounter unexpected challenges and forge an unbreakable bond. What secrets and surprises await them on this captivating journey?
New Found World
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$574
Chapter Book · 1945

New Found World

By Katherine B Shippen

No book description provided.

Newbery Honor (1946)
262 pages
3.0/5 Goodreads · 27 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: No book description provided.
The Moved-Outers
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1945

The Moved-Outers

By Florence C. Means

A family fights for dignity in a WWII internment camp.

Newbery Honor (1946)
156 pages
3.6/5 Goodreads · 123 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In the harsh confines of a WWII internment camp, a Japanese-American family battles to preserve their dignity and identity. As they face prejudice and uncertainty, their resilience is tested. Can they hold onto their sense of self amidst the turmoil? Discover the strength of family bonds and the quest for identity in a world turned upside down.
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