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According to the ALA, "The Newbery Medal was named for eighteenth-century British bookseller John Newbery. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children."

Complete as of August 2026.

A curated assortment of clean, age-appropriate books for girls ages 11-14, featuring picks from across genres, all with younger protagonists, light or no romance, and minimal heavy content; perfect for readers transitioning between middle grade and young adult who want engaging stories that feel safe, fun, and comfortable.

Other items used: "Grammar 5 Set" (includes "Grammar 5 Answer Guide and Resources" and "Grammar 5 Activity Sheets"), "Extra Language Arts E Student Activity Sheets", "Extra Science E Student Activity Sheets", "Discover & Do: Level E Experiments Paper Packet", "Discover & Do: Science Supplies Kit E", "Timeline Figures E", "Science E Instructor's Guide", "Language Arts E", "History/Bible/Literature E Instructor's Guide", "Songs About America", "Sing the Word: The Heavens Declare", "Discover & Do: Level E Science Experiments", "Discover & Do: Level E Science Experiment Videos", "Math-U-See Fraction Overlay Kit", "MUS5 Epsilon Online Instruction with Video", "Markable Map", "Markers", "3" Binder with Tabs" and "The Timeline Book".

Winners of the award for "the most distinguished contributions to American literature for children."