Newbery Medal (most distinguished contribution to American literature for children)

• The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
• Splendors and Gloom by Laura Amy Schlitz
• Bomb: The Race to Build - and Steal - the World's Most Dangerous Weapon by Steve Sheinkin
• Three Times Lucky by Sheila Turnage

Caldecott Medal (most distinguished American picture book for children)

• This Is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen
• Creepy Carrots! by Aaron Reynolds
• Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett
• Green by Lauren Vaccaro
• One Cool Friend by Toni Buzzeo
• Sleep Like a Tiger by Mary Logue