The Sydney Taylor Book Award 2024 Winners, Honors, and Notable Books
Release Date: 02/09/2024
Drawing You In with Brian Selznick
The Children's Book Podcast
Brian Selznick, illustrator of (Random House Books for Young Readers), reminds us that sometimes we need others to push us further than we alone think we can go. Visit Brian online at You can pick up your own copy of (Random House Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. You can also use my affiliate link by clicking on the book’s name in our show notes. I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of , , or any one of Andrew Clements’ classic books! They are available through and you can...
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The First Gift You’re Given with Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal
The Children's Book Podcast
Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal, author and illustrator of (Levine Querido), talk about the the first gift that you’re given in this world. Visit Lesléa online at Visit Susan online at You can pick up your own copy of (Levine Querido) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of or, really, any of James’ books! They are available through and you can support independent bookstores in the process! For a full transcript, episode takeaways, quotes, and more, visit and search...
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Reaching Out In Grief and In Community with Amanda Davis
The Children's Book Podcast
Amanda Davis, author of (Worthy Kids), talks about the importance of community and of sharing with other people when navigating grief. Visit Amanda online at You can pick up your own copy of (Worthy Kids) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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The Dynamic of Constant Change with James Ponti
The Children's Book Podcast
James Ponti, author of (Aladdin Paperbacks), talks about the dynamic of constant change in series fiction. Visit James online at You can pick up your own copy of (Aladdin Paperbacks) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . I highly recommend checking out the audiobook of or, really, any of James’ books! They are available through and you can support independent bookstores in the process! Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support...
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Queerness Represented in Fullness with Dr. Seema Yasmin
The Children's Book Podcast
Dr. Seema Yasmin, author of (Workman Publishing), diversity upon diversity and queerness represented in fullness. Visit Seema online at You can pick up your own copy of (Workman Publishing) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
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It’s Happening In Real Time with Maddie Frost
The Children's Book Podcast
Maddie Frost, illustrator and author of (Viking Books for Young Readers), talks about the graphic novel space and new female creators of comics coming out of the woodwork. Visit Maddie online at You can pick up your own copy of (Viking Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read...
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How We See Each Other with Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr
The Children's Book Podcast
Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr, author and illustrator of (Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers), talk about creating a nexus of goodwill and curiosity that draws into conversation people from all over the place. Visit Robbi and Matthew online at You can pick up your own copy of (Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or...
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Snapping Candids of Summer with Renée Watson and Bea Jackson
The Children's Book Podcast
Renée Watson and Bea Jackson, author and illustrator of (Bloomsbury Publishing), talk about capturing in book form all that summer brings back to you. Visit Renée Watson online at Visit Bea Jackson online at You can pick up your own copy of (Bloomsbury Publishing) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the...
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Summer Episode Swap with Tree House Together
The Children's Book Podcast
In this Summer Episode Swap, Tree House Together hosts Kara and “T” ask, “Have you ever thought about how all the things you eat start with dirt?” Whether growing food to eat or flowers for beauty, gardening can be a rewarding and fun activity to do as a family. From earthworms to tools to the right amount of water, Kara and “T” talk about all the ingredients needed to help a garden to grow. Visit the Tree House Together podcast online at . Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support...
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Curiosity Comes From Everywhere with Loren Long
The Children's Book Podcast
Loren Long, author illustrator of (Roaring Brook Press), talks about his contemplative exploration of the life of a bus. Visit Loren online at You can pick up your own copy of (Roaring Brook Press) wherever books are found. Consider supporting independent bookstores by shopping through Bookshop.org. Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (). Our music is by Podington Bear. Podcast hosting by Libsyn. You can support the show and at matthewcwinner.com or by clicking the link in the show notes. Be well. And read on.
info_outlineIntroducing the winners and honors of the Sydney Taylor Book Award (2024), presented annually by the Association of Jewish Libraries to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.
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Sydney Taylor Book Award Website - link
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2024 Sydney Taylor Book Award Blog Tour - link
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Purchase any of the Books - link
This podcast episode of The Children’s Book Podcast was written, edited, and produced by Matthew Winner. For a full transcript of this episode, visit matthewcwinner.com.
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