Schneider Family Book Award · 2012

The 2012 Schneider Family Book Award

Wonderstruck, Close to Famous and The Running Dream won the 2012 Schneider Family Book Award.

2012 Schneider Family Book Award Winner · Middle Grades
Wonderstruck
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2011

Wonderstruck

By Brian Selznick

Two children embark on parallel quests, fifty years apart, to uncover life-changing secrets.

Schneider Family Book Award (2012)
640 pages· 21,673 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 60,138 ratings
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Summary: Ben, longing for a father he's never known, and Rose, captivated by a mysterious actress, embark on separate quests fifty years apart. Ben finds a clue in his mother's room, while Rose is drawn by a newspaper headline. Their journeys, one told in words and the other in pictures, weave together in unexpected ways. What secrets will they uncover, and how will their stories intertwine? Discover a world where past and present collide, leaving you breathless with wonder.
2012 Schneider Family Book Award Winner · Middle Grades
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2011

Close to Famous

Dreams collide in a small town when unexpected events test ambitions.

250 pages· 41,793 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 9,204 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Summary: In Culpepper, Foster dreams of a cooking show, Macon aims to film documentaries, Rayka yearns to headline, and Miss Charleena seeks a Hollywood comeback. When unforeseen events disrupt their quiet town, each must confront their aspirations. Will they rise to the challenge or crumble under the weight of their dreams? Discover how ambition, humor, and heart intertwine in this tale of unexpected twists and unforgettable characters.
2012 Schneider Family Book Award Winner · Teens
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2011

The Running Dream

After losing a leg, a runner must redefine her dreams and find new ways to cross the finish line.

336 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 33,083 ratings
$11.99Save 5%
Summary: Jessica's world shatters after a car accident takes her leg, threatening her passion for running. As she navigates life with a prosthetic, she meets Rosa, a girl with cerebral palsy who becomes her unexpected ally. With the support of her community, Jessica discovers that running again is possible, but her dreams now include helping Rosa cross the finish line too. Can they both defy the odds and achieve the impossible? This is a story of resilience, friendship, and the power of dreaming beyond limitations.
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