Sydney Taylor Book Award · 1989

The 1989 Sydney Taylor Book Award

Number the Stars won the 1989 Sydney Taylor Book Award. Browse it alongside the honor book, with ages and reading levels for each.

1989 Sydney Taylor Book Award Winner · Middle Grade
Number the Stars
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1989

Number the Stars

By Lois Lowry

A young girl helps hide her friend from Nazi forces in occupied Denmark.

Newbery Medal (1990)Jane Addams Children's Book Honor (1990)Sydney Taylor Book Award (1989)
139 pages· 26,492 words· Est. 3 hour read
5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 633,799 ratings
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Summary: In 1943 Denmark, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen faces a dangerous mission: protect her Jewish friend Ellen from Nazi relocation. As the Danish Resistance works to save thousands, Annemarie must find courage amidst fear. Will her bravery be enough to outsmart the enemy and ensure Ellen's safety? Discover a tale of friendship and heroism in a time of war.
1989 Honor Books
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1989

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

By Eric A. Kimmel, Trina Schart Hyman (Illustrator)

A traveler must outwit goblins to save Hanukkah in a darkened village.

Caldecott Honor (1990)Sydney Taylor Book Honor (1989)
32 pages· 2,287 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,442 ratings
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Summary: On Hanukkah's first night, Hershel of Ostropol arrives at a village expecting warmth and light, only to find darkness. Goblins have taken over the synagogue, preventing the celebration. With wit as his weapon, Hershel faces these mischievous creatures each night. Can he outsmart them and restore the festival's joy? This tale of cleverness and courage unfolds as Hershel battles the goblins, determined to light the menorah and bring Hanukkah back to the villagers. Will his cunning be enough to overcome the supernatural foes and save the holiday?
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