Laurence Yep has been awarded the Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal for his “substantial and lasting contribution to literature for children.” Yep has written picture books and juvenile fiction that represent Chinese Americans in history and today. He is a perfect choice for the award.

JS Online: Kevin Henkes ‘Takes Five’
This interview with Kevin Henkes includes his reaction to winning the Caldecott Medal this week. Plus a wonderful testimonial to the power of books and reading.

The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books 2004 Blue Ribbons list is now available on their website. This annual list of favorite books includes picture books, nonfiction and fiction.