The 2014 Newbery Medal

Summary: Billy Miller starts second grade with a bump on his head and a world of challenges. As he tackles school projects, sibling squabbles, and family dynamics, Billy learns valuable lessons about responsibility and love. Will he manage to balance it all and grow up just a little bit more? Dive into this heartwarming tale of childhood adventures and family bonds.

Summary: Zach, Poppy, and Alice's friendship is tested when Zach quits their imaginative games. But Poppy's eerie dreams of a bone-china doll, the Great Queen, and a restless ghost pull them into a chilling adventure. They must bury the doll in an empty grave to end the curse. As their journey unfolds, unsettling events challenge their courage. Is the doll merely a toy, or does it hold a darker power? Can they escape its grasp, or will the ghost's demands trap them forever?

Summary: In 1871 Wisconsin, Georgie Burkhardt is known for her sharp aim and blunt honesty. When her sister Agatha vanishes, leaving behind a mysterious body in a familiar dress, Georgie refuses to accept the grim assumptions. Armed with her rifle and determination, she embarks on a perilous quest across the frontier to uncover the truth. Will Georgie's resolve be enough to unravel the mystery and bring Agatha home, or will the wild frontier hold secrets she never imagined?

Summary: In 1959 Memphis, an 11-year-old boy known as Little Man takes on his friend's paper route, facing the daunting task of speaking to customers despite his severe stutter. As he navigates the challenges of communication, he encounters a neighborhood bully who threatens to upend his world. This summer becomes a pivotal journey of self-discovery and courage, as Little Man strives to find his voice in a society marked by segregation and prejudice. Will he overcome his fears and stand up to the threats that loom over him?