Newbery Medal · 1964

The 1964 Newbery Medal

It's Like This, Cat won the 1964 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside both honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1964 Newbery Medal Winner
It's Like This, Cat
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1963

It's Like This, Cat

By Emily Neville, Emil Weiss (Illustrator)

A stray cat leads a teen to unexpected friendships and self-discovery in 1960s New York.

Newbery Medal (1964)
192 pages
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Summary: Dave Mitchell, a rebellious teen, finds an unexpected ally in a stray cat. This feline companion guides him through the vibrant streets of 1960s New York, introducing him to Tom, a troubled young man, and Mary, a girl who opens his world to music and theater. As Dave navigates these new relationships, he also begins to mend his strained bond with his father. Will the city and its characters help him find his place? Experience a journey of growth, friendship, and understanding in a city full of life and surprises.
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1963

Rascal

A boy's bond with a raccoon faces an unexpected spring twist.

192 pages· 41,454 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 14,429 ratings
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Summary: Young Sterling's life is filled with joy and mischief when he brings home Rascal, a baby raccoon. Their year of adventures seems perfect until a spring day brings unforeseen changes. What challenges will test their friendship, and how will Sterling cope with the unexpected turn of events? Discover the heartwarming and poignant journey of a boy and his beloved raccoon.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1963

The Loner

A nameless boy finds hope with a sheep farmer.

151 pages· 35,455 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 555 ratings
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Summary: A boy, lost and without memory of his past, drifts through life picking fruit for wages. His journey takes a turn when he meets a compassionate sheep farmer who offers him a home. As he settles into this new life, questions about his identity and future loom. Can he uncover his past, or will he forge a new path with the family he's found? Discover the heartwarming tale of belonging and self-discovery.
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