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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".