Newbery Medal · 2012

The 2012 Newbery Medal

Dead End in Norvelt won the 2012 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside both honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2012 Newbery Medal Winner
Dead End in Norvelt
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 2011

Dead End in Norvelt

Book #1 in the Norvelt series

Grounded for life, a boy uncovers secrets in his town's obituaries, leading to unexpected adventures.

Newbery Medal (2012)
384 pages· 73,677 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 22,438 ratings
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Summary: Jack's summer plans crumble when he's grounded, but life takes a wild turn as he helps his eccentric neighbor write obituaries. Each story unravels secrets of their quirky town, leading Jack into a whirlwind of bizarre events, including a dancing plague and a possible murder. As Jack navigates this strange adventure, he discovers that the past is never truly gone, and the future is full of surprises. Will Jack uncover the truth behind the mysteries, or will he be swept away by the chaos? Dive into a tale where history and hilarity collide in unexpected ways.
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2011

Breaking Stalin's Nose

A boy's dream to join the Young Pioneers unravels as his father is arrested.

176 pages· 14,863 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 10,227 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Sasha Zaichik eagerly awaits joining the Soviet Young Pioneers, but his world crumbles when his father is arrested. As mishaps pile up, Sasha questions his beliefs and loyalty. Can he reconcile his ideals with the harsh reality? Discover the poignant journey of a boy caught between devotion and disillusionment in a society where trust is fragile and truth is elusive.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Inside Out & Back Again

A young girl flees war-torn Vietnam, seeking hope in America.

262 pages· 14,925 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 68,544 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1975, Hà's world is upended as she and her family escape war-torn Vietnam for a new life in Alabama. Through poetic verse, Hà navigates the challenges of a foreign land, grappling with loss, identity, and the quest for belonging. Will she find hope and healing in this unfamiliar world, or will the shadows of her past linger? Experience a poignant journey of resilience and transformation as Hà's story unfolds, capturing the heartache and hope of a refugee's path to a new beginning.
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