The E.B. White Read Aloud Award · 2017

The 2017 The E.B. White Read Aloud Award

The Girl Who Drank the Moon and Du Iz Tak? won the 2017 The E.B. White Read Aloud Award. Browse them alongside all 10 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2017 The E.B. White Read Aloud Award Winner · Middle Reader
The Girl Who Drank the Moon
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

By Kelly Barnhill

A witch raises a magical child, unaware of the looming threats and a young man's quest to end her life.

Newbery Medal (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Award (2017)
388 pages· 82,631 words· Est. 9 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 118,787 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: In a land where babies are sacrificed to a forest witch, kind-hearted Xan secretly saves them. But when she accidentally imbues a child, Luna, with moonlight magic, chaos looms. As Luna's powers awaken on her thirteenth birthday, a determined young man seeks to kill the witch to free his people. Meanwhile, ominous birds gather, a dormant volcano stirs, and a mysterious woman with a Tiger's heart prowls. Can Xan protect Luna and herself from the unfolding dangers?
2017 The E.B. White Read Aloud Award Winner · Picture Book
Du Iz Tak?
Sale price
$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Du Iz Tak?

By Carson Ellis

A mysterious plant grows, attracting curious insects and unexpected danger.

Caldecott Honor (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Award (2017)Odyssey Honor (2019)
48 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,783 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: In a whimsical backyard, two damselflies discover a mysterious sprout. As it grows, beetles and a pill bug named Icky build a tree fort. But danger lurks above, threatening their creation. What will happen next in this tiny world of wonder and peril?
2017 Honor Books
There's a Bear on My Chair
Sale price
$858
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2015

There's a Bear on My Chair

By Ross Collins · Mouse and Bear series

Mouse battles Bear for his chair, but tables turn unexpectedly.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
24 pages
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,646 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: Mouse's favorite chair is occupied by a stubborn Bear, and no tactic seems to budge him. Frustrated, Mouse leaves, only for Bear to return home to an unexpected surprise. Is Mouse now the intruder? Discover the playful twist in this tale of persistence and unexpected role reversals.
As Brave As You
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

As Brave As You

By Jason Reynolds

Two brothers' quest for bravery unravels secrets and challenges their beliefs.

Coretta Scott King Honor (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)Schneider Family Book Award (2017)
410 pages· 76,056 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,521 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: Genie and Ernie's summer in Virginia with their blind grandfather reveals unexpected truths. As Genie questions Grandpop's hidden fears and Ernie's reluctance to shoot a gun, they confront what true bravery means. Is it about proving oneself or understanding personal limits? Discover the secrets of a mysterious room and the courage to face one's own fears in this compelling tale of growth and discovery.
Ada's Violin
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Ada's Violin

By Susan Hood, Sally Wern Comport (Illustrator)

A landfill town's children create music from trash, transforming their lives and spreading hope worldwide.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)Americas Award (2017)
40 pages· 1,265 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,153 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: In a Paraguayan town built on a landfill, young Ada Ríos dreams of playing the violin. With no money for instruments, hope seems lost until music teacher Favio Chávez arrives. He crafts violins from trash, sparking a musical revolution. As the Recycled Orchestra gains global attention, Ada and her community discover the power of innovation and resilience. Can music truly change lives? Explore the journey of a girl, a visionary, and an orchestra that defies the odds.
School's First Day of School
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

School's First Day of School

By Adam Rex, Christian Robinson (Illustrator)

A school building narrates its first day of operation and its interactions with students and staff.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
40 pages· 852 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,078 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: At Frederick Douglass Elementary, the first day of school brings jitters not just for the students, but for the school itself. As the day unfolds, the school wonders if the children will like it and be kind. With a rocky start, the school soon discovers it's not alone in its nervousness. This charming tale, told from the school's perspective, explores the universal anxiety of new beginnings and the comfort found in shared experiences. Will the school find acceptance and friendship by the day's end?
The Best Man
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Best Man

By Richard Peck

A boy navigates change, role models, and a surprising wedding in small-town life.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
256 pages· 39,141 words· Est. 5 hour read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,813 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: Archer Magill seeks role models in his small town, finding inspiration in his grandpa, dad, uncle, and a groundbreaking teacher. As he enters middle school, Archer faces the challenges of growing up, including a life-changing revelation when he becomes the best man at a wedding that defies expectations. Amid laughter and tears, Archer learns about the complexities of adulthood and what it means to be the best man he can be. Will he find his own path in a world full of surprises?
Preaching to the Chickens
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Preaching to the Chickens

By Jabari Asim, E. B. Lewis (Illustrator), E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)

A young boy preaches to chickens, dreaming of leading change.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)Golden Kite Honor (2017)
32 pages· 949 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 929 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Summary: Young John Lewis dreams of becoming a preacher, inspiring change with his words. On his family farm, he practices by preaching to chickens, who listen intently. This charming tale of youthful ambition and leadership hints at John's future as a Civil Rights icon. How will his early passion shape his path to activism and influence?
When the Sea Turned to Silver
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

When the Sea Turned to Silver

By Grace Lin · Where the Mountain Meets the Moon series

A girl must find a mystical stone to rescue her kidnapped grandmother.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
400 pages· 59,958 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,869 ratings
$11.99Save 5%
Summary: When soldiers abduct her grandmother, young Pinmei embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve the Luminous Stone That Lights the Night. Joined by the enigmatic Yishan, she faces legendary challenges to save her beloved storyteller. Can they uncover the stone's secrets before time runs out?
When Green Becomes Tomatoes
Sale price
$1797
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2016

When Green Becomes Tomatoes

By Julie Fogliano, Julie Morstad (Illustrator)

Experience the magic of changing seasons through poetic wonder.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
56 pages· 2,051 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,777 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Summary: Awaken to a world transformed by the first snow, where flowers bloom in white and frogs dance in the rain. Journey through the seasons, from summer swims to autumn sweaters, in a poetic celebration of nature's cycles. Discover the beauty and magic that each season brings, captured in vivid imagery and enchanting verse.
All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook

By Leslie Connor

A boy's quest to reunite with his mother uncovers hidden truths and tests the meaning of home.

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)
416 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,351 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: Eleven-year-old Perry Cook has always lived with his mom in a correctional facility. When a new district attorney forces him into foster care, Perry feels lost in the outside world. Determined to reunite with his mom, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her past. As Perry delves deeper, he learns about resilience and the true essence of home. Can he find a way to bring his family back together and redefine what home means? Discover a tale of love, forgiveness, and the power of innocence in this compelling story.
The Inquisitor's Tale
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

The Inquisitor's Tale

By Adam Gidwitz, Hatem Aly (Illustrator)

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

Newbery Honor (2017)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2017)Cybils Award (2016)Sydney Taylor Book Award (2017)
400 pages· 74,010 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 13,420 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Summary: In 1242 France, three children—William, Jacob, and Jeanne—embark on a perilous journey. Captured by knights and pursued for their beliefs, they must save sacred texts from destruction. With Jeanne's resurrected greyhound, Gwenforte, they face a final test at Mont Saint-Michel. Can they perform miracles like saints? Their intertwined tales, told by travelers at an inn, reveal a world of adventure, prejudice, and unexpected heroism. As their saga unfolds, the children's courage and unity challenge the darkness of their time, leaving readers to wonder about the true nature of miracles and destiny.
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