Why did The Giver win the Newbery Medal?

Answer 1

There is very strict set of criteria. All of the books that meet that criteria are eligible for consideration. A committee of librarians spends the year reviewing all the books and then voting on them. They can also award Honor Books for those that they feel are distinguished.

Answer 2

Because it has made a distinguished contribution to children's literature. It must also meet the criteria for a Newbery Award. It must be published in English, in the United States, by an American author or someone residing in America.

Answer 3

The Giver won the Newbery Medal for its powerful storytelling, thought-provoking themes, and impact on young readers. Lois Lowry's ability to address complex issues such as individuality, freedom, and societal control in a compelling and age-appropriate manner set it apart as a deserving recipient of the prestigious award.

Answer 4

It is such an story!!! It tells of such a struchered life It is such an story!!! It tells of such a struchered life

Answer 5

The Giver won the Newbery Medal in the year 1944, the year after it was published.

Answer 6

The book met the criteria and the committee considered it a distinguished contribution to children's literature. It was written by an American author and was published in the United States.

Answer 7

In my opinion, yes the Giver by Lois Lowry did deserve an award. (That's just my opinion)

Answer 8

The committee chose the book as the winner of the award for being an outstanding piece of children's literature that year.