Newbery Medal · 2008

The 2008 Newbery Medal

Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! won the 2008 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2008 Newbery Medal Winner
Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2007

Good Masters! Sweet Ladies!

By Laura Amy Schlitz, Robert Byrd (Illustrator)

Explore medieval life through vivid tales of villagers facing trials and triumphs.

Newbery Medal (2008)
96 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 8,920 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In a 1255 English village, meet Hugo, who must hunt a wild boar to prove himself, and Nelly, who sells eels to support her family. Mogg learns to outsmart a greedy landlord, while Jack, the compassionate half-wit, and Alice, the singing shepherdess, navigate their own challenges. These twenty-two vivid stories reveal the lives and struggles of maidens, monks, and millers' sons, offering a captivating glimpse into medieval England. Each tale is a window into the past, filled with wit and humanity, inviting readers to experience the drama and humor of village life.
2008 Honor Books
Elijah of Buxton
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Elijah of Buxton

By Christopher Paul Curtis

A boy's quest to reclaim stolen freedom money leads him into a world of danger and discovery.

Newbery Honor (2008)Coretta Scott King Award (2008)Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (2008)Odyssey Honor (2009)Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction (2008)
341 pages· 77,916 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 14,416 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1859, young Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada, faces a daunting challenge. When a deceitful preacher steals money meant to free a friend's family, Elijah must journey into the perilous American South. As he navigates this treacherous world, he confronts the grim realities his parents escaped. Will Elijah find the courage to return home and bring justice? This gripping tale of bravery and discovery explores the true cost of freedom and the strength found in unexpected places.
Feathers
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2007

Feathers

By Jacqueline Woodson

A mysterious new classmate challenges Frannie's understanding of hope and identity during a transformative winter.

Newbery Honor (2008)
160 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 7,899 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Frannie navigates a winter of change, questioning hope and identity when a mysterious new boy arrives at school. As she grapples with her brother's deafness, her mother's fears, and her friend's growing faith, Frannie learns to see beyond appearances. Who is this boy everyone calls Jesus Boy, and what does he reveal about her own desires? In a world of unexpected surprises, Frannie discovers the power of looking beneath the surface and holding onto hope. Will she find the answers she seeks, or will the questions lead her to new understandings?
The Wednesday Wars
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2007

The Wednesday Wars

By Gary D. Schmidt

A boy navigates Shakespeare, a stern teacher, and family turmoil during a tumultuous school year.

Newbery Honor (2008)
264 pages· 74,058 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 48,825 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Seventh grader Holling Hoodhood believes his teacher, Mrs. Baker, despises him. Left alone with her on Wednesday afternoons, he delves into Shakespeare's plays, uncovering unexpected wisdom. As the Vietnam War rages and his father's business obsession strains their family, Holling learns to stand up for himself and his sister. Set in 1967 Long Island, this coming-of-age tale explores loyalty, courage, and the surprising lessons found in literature and life. Can Holling find his voice amidst the chaos and discover what truly matters?
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