1982 Newbery Medal Winner & Honor Books

1982 Newbery Medal Winner

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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1981

A Visit to William Blake's Inn

By Nancy Willard, Alice Provensen (Illustrator)

Enter an inn where poetry and whimsy meet unusual guests.

Newbery Medal (1982)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1982)Caldecott Honor (1982)Golden Kite Honor (1982)

48 pages· 2,407 words· Est. 19 min read-aloud

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Summary: Step into an enchanting inn run by the legendary poet William Blake, where dragons brew, angels fluff featherbeds, and a rabbit guides guests. Meet the Man in the Marmalade Hat, the King of Cats, and sunflowers seeking a room with a view. Each poem unveils a magical world, blending whimsy with wonder. What secrets do these guests hold, and what tales will unfold in this extraordinary place? Discover a realm where imagination reigns and every corner holds a new surprise.

1982 Honor Books

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1981

Ramona Quimby, Age 8

By Beverly Cleary, Alan Tiegreen (Illustrator) · Ramona Quimby series

A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up and family life.

Newbery Honor (1982)

190 pages· 23,747 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

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Summary: Ramona Quimby faces the challenges of third grade with humor and resilience. As her mom works and dad returns to school, Ramona must brave the school bus alone and endure teasing. Her world is a whirlwind of mishaps, including a memorable classroom incident. Can Ramona balance her family's expectations and her own adventures? Discover how she turns everyday trials into triumphs, proving that even at eight, life is full of surprises and laughter.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1981

Upon the Head of the Goat

By Aranka Siegal

A child's struggle for survival during the Holocaust.

Newbery Honor (1982)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1982)

213 pages

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Summary: In a world torn by war, nine-year-old Piri faces the harsh realities of the Holocaust. As her hometown falls under German occupation, she navigates the confusion and fear of life in the ghetto. Can innocence endure amidst such darkness? Piri's journey is a poignant testament to resilience and hope in the face of unimaginable adversity.

The 1982 Newbery Medal

A Visit to William Blake's Inn

Ramona Quimby, Age 8

Upon the Head of the Goat

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