The Caldecott Medal is awarded to the children's book with the most distinguished illustrations. It was awarded to Jon Klassen for This is Not My Hat; the story of a small fish who commits a big wrong with dire consquences!
The 2013 Newbery Medal is awarded to the author of the most distinguished contribution to children's literature.
It was awarded to Katherine Applegate for The One and Only Ivan. This thought-provoking book tells the story of an artistic gorilla who lives a caged life in a shopping center and hardly ever misses the jungle. Then, he meets a baby elephant who helps to change his view of the world.
The Sibert Medal is awarded to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children. Bomb: The Race to Build - and Steal - the World's Most Dangerous Weapon written by Steve Shenkin is the 2013 Sibert recipient.
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