Children's book award · 19682026

Sydney Taylor Book Award Books

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Browse children's books recognized by the Sydney Taylor Book Award, including winners and honored titles from 1968 through 2026.

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The 2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award

2026 Honor Books
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

The Book of Candles

By Laurel Snyder, Leanne Hatch (Illustrator)

A candle's light sparks questions and surprises during a unique Hanukkah celebration.

Sydney Taylor Book Honor (2026)
40 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 101 ratings
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Summary: In a dim room, a single candle ignites the first night of Hanukkah for one child. As the flame flickers, questions arise: What does this light signify? What do the songs mean? Over eight nights, family, friends, and unexpected events like takeout dinners and flat tires weave together new and old traditions. Each night holds its own mystery and joy, making this Hanukkah unforgettable. Discover the warmth and wonder of a holiday celebration that blends timeless customs with modern surprises.
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Books Recognized by the Sydney Taylor Book Award

I Dissent

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover how one woman's dissent shaped a nation.

The Inquisitor's Tale

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

Three children flee across medieval France, pursued by knights and prejudice, to save sacred texts and confront a mysterious destiny.

My Grandfather's Coat

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

A coat transforms through generations, revealing creativity and love in its many forms.

Hidden

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

A grandmother reveals her hidden past in Nazi-occupied Paris to her granddaughter.

The Whispering Town

Picture Book · Ages 8–9 · 2014

In Nazi-occupied Denmark, a family risks everything to help Jewish neighbors escape to Sweden.

Death by Toilet Paper

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

A seventh grader must win contests to save his family from eviction.

The Blessing Cup

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

A cherished tea set carries a family's blessings across generations and continents.

The Boy on the Wooden Box

Chapter Book · Ages 10–15

A young boy's journey from a carefree childhood in rural Poland to surviving the Holocaust through resilience, family, and the unlikely protection of Oskar Schindler.

Chanukah Lights

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2011

Journey through time with Chanukah's lights, from ancient temples to modern cities.

Then

Picture Book · Ages 12–15 · 2008

Can Felix and Zelda evade capture in a world eager to betray them for a reward?

Once

Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 2005

A boy's storytelling may be his only hope in Nazi-occupied Poland.

Emma's Poem

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2010

Discover how a poet's words transformed the Statue of Liberty's meaning.

You Never Heard of Sandy Koufax?!

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

A baseball legend's journey from struggle to triumph, marked by mystery and resilience.

A Faraway Island

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1996

Two sisters escape to Sweden during WWII, facing isolation and uncertainty about their family's fate.

As Good as Anybody
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As Good as Anybody

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2008

Two leaders unite against discrimination, forging a powerful bond for justice and equality.

A is for Abraham

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2008

Explore Jewish traditions from A to Z, celebrating heritage and customs through poetry and stories.

Holocaust

Chapter Book · Ages 10–17 · 2007

Uncover the Holocaust's impact through survivor testimonies.

The Book Thief

Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2005

In Nazi Germany, a girl steals books to survive and share hope amidst war.

Yellow Star

Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2006

A child survivor of the Lodz ghetto breaks her silence after fifty years.

The Journey That Saved Curious George

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

Escape wartime Europe on bicycles with precious manuscripts in tow.

Daniel Half Human

Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2000

Two friends face a harrowing choice as secrets threaten their bond in Nazi Germany.

The Cats in Krasinski Square

Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

A Jewish girl defies the Gestapo in WWII Warsaw.

Bagels from Benny

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

A boy leaves bagels for God, believing they are eaten each week.

The Moses Basket

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2003

An infant's fate changes when found by a princess.

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