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Who was the first African American authorto win the Newbery Medal?
Virginia Hamilton was the first African American author to win the Newbery Medal. She won in 1975 for her book "M.C. Higgins, the Great."
Why did Virginia Hamilton get the Newbery Medal?
Virginia Hamilton won the Newbery Medal for her book "M.C. Higgins, the Great" in 1975. The book follows the story of a boy named Mayo Cornelius Higgins, who faces challenges in his life living on Sarah's Mountain. Hamilton's writing style, themes, and character development impressed the Newbery committee, leading to her receiving the prestigious award.
Is the book Holes a Newbery Medal book?
Yes it won the Newbery Medal in 1999.
What book won the Newbery Medal in 2009?
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman won the 2009 Newbery Medal.
Which book won the 2004 Newbery Medal book award?
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo was the 2004 Newbery Medal winner.
What year did the book Rules by Cynthia Lord Win the Newbery Medal?
The book "Rules" by Cynthia Lord won the Newbery Medal in 2007.
Did the book Old Yeller receive an award Newbery Medal ect.?
Yes, the book "Old Yeller" received a Newbery Honor in 1957, but did not win the Newbery Medal.
Is Huckleberry Finn a Newbery Medal book?
No, "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain has not won the Newbery Medal. The Newbery Medal is awarded to the most distinguished children's book of the year by the American Library Association.
Was the book Shiloh a 1st or 2nd place Newbery Medal Winner?
Shiloh was the Newbery Medal winner in 1992.
Has the book Surviving the Applewhites won a Newbery Medal?
No. It was a runner-up in 2003 and received a Newbery Honour but not the medal.
What book won the 1939 Newbery Medal?
Thimble Summer by Elizabeth Enright won the 1939 Newbery Medal.
What book won a Newbery Medal in 2005?
Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata won the 2005 Newbery Medal.
