caldecott medal

Presents a series of art explorations, each focusing on a specific element or design priniciple, with examples of related fine artworks and children's books, and a selection of activities designed to allow students to explore the concept.

A little Chinese girl goes to the New Year's Fair with her thrush, her brother and his kitten.

The old bell-ringer at the Mission of San Juan Capistrano tells Juan about Father Serra, the founder of the first missions in California, and about swallows that come to Capistrano every St. Joseph's Day.

When the Czar proclaims that he will marry his daughter to the man who brings him a flying ship, the Fool of the World sets out to try his luck and meets some unusual companions on the way.

Al, a janitor, and his faithful dog, Eddie, live together in a single room on the West Side. Their life is a struggle until a large and mysterious bird offers them a change of fortune.

Recounts how most African folk tales came to be called Spider Stories.

A family of mallard ducks searches for a new home in Boston.

Provides instruction on using Caldecott winning books to begin or enhance whole language instructional lesson plans.