ALSC has posted their list of the 2011 Notable Children’s Books.  Here is their definition of notable:

“According to the Notables Criteria, "notable" is defined as: Worthy of note or notice, important, distinguished, outstanding. As applied to children’s books, notable should be thought to include books of especially commendable quality, books that exhibit venturesome creativity, and books of fiction, information, poetry and pictures for all age levels (birth through age 14) that reflect and encourage children’s interests in exemplary ways.”

The list is filled with many of my favorites of the year, several that I gave as Christmas gifts this holiday season, and I delight in finding others that are new to me.  It’s a great list.