Mock Caldecott Contest
Sonoma County Library hosts a Mock Caldecott contest each January to give picture book lovers in our community the chance to participate in the fun of voting for their favorite illustrated books.
What is the Caldecott Medal?
The real Caldecott Medal is one of the most prestigious awards in children's literature. Every year, children’s book illustrators hold their breath as the Caldecott committee members read, examine, and critique the best illustrated children’s books of the year to finally determine which one deserves the highly-regarded award. Check this list for some of the fabulous books that have won this award in the past.
How Does It Work?
For the 2024 contest, people can come into their nearest branch to read the contenders or enjoy the books from home. All nominated books will be available online through live storytime readings by our wonderful children’s librarians. Participate in the Mock Caldecott Challenge on Beanstack to view these readings and you’ll get a special digital badge for completing the challenge! You can vote for your favorites online or at your local branch from December 1st - January 13th. Winners will be announced January 27th.
Current Nominees
The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn
by Shawn Harris
Eyes That Weave the World's Wonders
by Joanna Ho
Simone
by Viet Thanh Nguyen
Ursula Upside Down
by Corey R Tabor
Home in a Lunchbox
by Cherry Mo
Angela's Glacier
by Jordan Scott
The Mochi Makers
by Sharon Fujimoto-Johnson
Aloha Everything
by Kaylin Melia George
More Dung!
by Frank Weber
Past Winners
2023 Honor Books
2022 Honor Books
2021 Honor Books
2019 Honor Books
Dancing Hands:
how Teresa Carreño played the piano for President Lincoln
by Margarita Engle and Rafael López
2018 Honor Books
2017 Honor Books
2016 Honor Books
2015 Honor Books
The Bear Ate Your Sandwich
by Julia Sarcone-Roach
Toys Meet Snow
Written by Emily Jenkins
Illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky
Winnie:
The True Story
of the Bear who
Inspired Winnie-the-Pooh
Written by Sally M. Walker
Illustrated by Jonathan D. Voss
