Randolph Caldecott MedalHello LighthouseSophie BlackallAt a remote lighthouse, a keeper and his family follow the work needed to keep the light operating as weather and seasons change around them. He tends the mechanism that turns the light, replenishes the oil, trims its wick, cleans the lens, and records details in a logbook. The story follows the household through quiet routines, storms, a rescue, and the eventual arrival of new lights that end the keeper’s role.All readersLexile Text Measure AD510LView book detailsRandolph Caldecott Medal and Honor Books 2019
The 2019 edition includes 4 Caldecott Honor Books and 1 Randolph Caldecott Medal recipient. It records one year of the Caldecott program for distinguished American picture-book illustration. The award centers on artistic technique and how the pictures convey story, theme, character, setting, mood, or information.
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Randolph Caldecott MedalHello LighthouseSophie BlackallAt a remote lighthouse, a keeper and his family follow the work needed to keep the light operating as weather and seasons change around them. He tends the mechanism that turns the light, replenishes the oil, trims its wick, cleans the lens, and records details in a logbook. The story follows the household through quiet routines, storms, a rescue, and the eventual arrival of new lights that end the keeper’s role.All readersLexile Text Measure AD510LView book details
Caldecott Honor BookAlma and How She Got Her NameJuana Martinez-NealAlma believes that her long name contains far too many parts, so she asks her father why she was given them. He explains the relatives each name honors, including a grandmother who loved books and flowers, a great-grandmother who wanted to travel, and a grandfather who was an artist. As Alma hears these family stories, her name becomes a link to the people, talents, hopes, and history carried by her family.All readersLexile Text Measure AD490LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
Caldecott Honor BookA Big Mooncake for Little StarGrace LinLittle Star helps her mother make a large mooncake, but she is meant to wait before eating it. Unable to resist, she begins taking small bites. As Little Star gradually eats the mooncake her mother baked, the story explains the changing phases of the moon. Grace Lin wrote and illustrated this picture book.All readersLexile Text Measure AD430LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
Caldecott Honor BookThe Rough PatchBrian LiesFarmer Evan and his dog share daily life, including ice cream and the care of their flourishing garden. After the dog dies, Evan lets the garden become overgrown with weeds. Later, a pumpkin vine appears in the untended garden and brings him new hope. The story follows Evan’s companionship with his dog, his grief, and the change that begins with new growth.All readersLexile Text Measure AD580LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
Caldecott Honor BookThank You, Omu!Oge MoraOmu makes a pot of homemade stew whose aroma reaches her neighbors. They arrive one at a time to ask for a taste, and she shares the meal until none is left for her. Her neighbors later bring food to Omu in thanks. The story follows a meal shared across a neighborhood and the generosity returned to the cook.All readersLexile Text Measure AD630LATOS Book Level 3.2View book details