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These books have all won at least one award, some of them have multiple awards. Whether it be for the content or the images, each of these books stood out enough to receive very prestigious awards in the literature world.

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These are books that have been challenged or banned in schools. Below each book I will explain the reason that they are deemed "inappropriate" for children to read in schools.

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These are books that stood out to me the most as a child. When I was in elementary school I LOVED reading and these are the books I believe helped develop some of the passions I have today.

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Magic Treehouse: #21 Civil War on Sunday by Mary Pope Osborne 

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Magic Treehouse: #21 Civil War on Sunday by Mary Pope Osborne 

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Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

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Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

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Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls 

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Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls 

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Read Aloud
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Newberry Winner
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Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis 

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Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis 

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Newberry Winner and Coretta Scott King Award
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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak 

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak 

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Caldecott Medal Winner
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Frog and Toad are Friends by Arnold Lobel 

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Frog and Toad are Friends by Arnold Lobel 

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Caldecott Medal Award
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This book is challenged because it was argued to be sexist
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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry  by Mildred D. Taylor 

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Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry  by Mildred D. Taylor 

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This book is challenged because of its harsh depiction of racism and its use of racial slurs
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Challenged because of its inappropriate language and use of violence
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Challenged because it was said the encouraged bad behavior
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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff

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I asked around to friends who are all close to my age, "What were your favorite books as a child?". I am using this section to show how many books were mentioned by multiple people to demonstrate common children's literature books that were appreciated by people in my generation.

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The Berenstain Bears Books by Stan and Jan Berenstain

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The Berenstain Bears Books by Stan and Jan Berenstain

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A Bad Case of the Stripes by David Shannon

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A Bad Case of the Stripes by David Shannon

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This section contains books that could help young children learn the alphabet in a FUN way!

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault

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This section will contain books to help children learn how to count and learn their numbers!

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This Day in June by Gayle E. Pitman and illustrated by Kristyna Litten

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This Day in June by Gayle E. Pitman and illustrated by Kristyna Litten

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Banned for LGBTQ+ inclusion
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This book was banned for "opposing Christian beliefs"
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This book was banned for having same-sex parents
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This book was banned for "encouraging violence against fathers"
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And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parneff

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And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parneff

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This book was banned for inclusion of LGBTQ+ content and same-sex parents
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Walter the Farting Dog Banned from the Beach  by William Katzwinkle, Glenn Murray, and Elizabeth Gundy 

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Walter the Farting Dog Banned from the Beach  by William Katzwinkle, Glenn Murray, and Elizabeth Gundy 

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This book was banned for using the word "fart" and "farting" 24 times
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Joseph had a Little Overcoat by Simms Taback 

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Joseph had a Little Overcoat by Simms Taback 

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Caldecott Medal Winner
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Watercress by Andrea Wang and illustrated by Jason Chin

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Watercress by Andrea Wang and illustrated by Jason Chin

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Caldecott Medal Winner
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Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly and illustrated by Laura Freeman 

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Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly and illustrated by Laura Freeman 

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Coretta Scott King Award
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Coretta Scott King Award
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Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatium 

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Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatium 

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Silbert Medal Award
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A Friend for Henry by Jenn Bailey and illustrated by Mika Song 

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A Friend for Henry by Jenn Bailey and illustrated by Mika Song 

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Schneider Family Book Award
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Schneider Family Book Award
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Chicka Chicka 123 by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson, and Lois Ehlert

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Chicka Chicka 123 by Bill Martin Jr., Michael Sampson, and Lois Ehlert

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Click, Clack, Splish, Splash by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin

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Click, Clack, Splish, Splash by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin

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My Granny Went to Market by Stella Blackstone and Christopher Corb 

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My Granny Went to Market by Stella Blackstone and Christopher Corb 

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How do Dinosaurs Count to Ten? by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague

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How do Dinosaurs Count to Ten? by Jane Yolen and Mark Teague

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This section will provide books that explore many different cultures. It is always important for students to be open minded and informed on different cultures. These books will allow for students to learn not only about other cultures, but even about their peers!

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These are interactive books that are great for pre-emergent and even emergent readers. They allow for the kids to interact with the books to keep them engaged and to have fun!

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Wordless books are a great way to introduce books to kids who cannot quite read yet. These books allow kids to get used to holding/using a book and allows for them to really appreciate the art that goes into books.

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Same, Same, but Different by Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw

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Same, Same, but Different by Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw

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Mommy's Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-Gigelow and illustrated by Ebony Glenn

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Mommy's Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-Gigelow and illustrated by Ebony Glenn

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A Ticket Around the World by Natalia Diaz and Melissa Owens. Illustrated by Kim Smith

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A Ticket Around the World by Natalia Diaz and Melissa Owens. Illustrated by Kim Smith

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Love Around the World by Alli Brydon and illustrated by Wazza Pink

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Love Around the World by Alli Brydon and illustrated by Wazza Pink

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Tea Time Around the World by Denyse Waissbluth and Chelsea O'Byrne

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Tea Time Around the World by Denyse Waissbluth and Chelsea O'Byrne

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Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o and illustrated by Vashti Harrison 

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Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o and illustrated by Vashti Harrison 

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Suki's Kimono by Chieri Uegaki and Stephane Jorisch 

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Suki's Kimono by Chieri Uegaki and Stephane Jorisch 

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Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Martina Peluso

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Let's Celebrate! Special Days Around the World by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Martina Peluso

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A Place Called Home by Kate Baker and illustrated by Rebecca Green 

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A Place Called Home by Kate Baker and illustrated by Rebecca Green 

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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Robert Sabuda

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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Robert Sabuda

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Chanukah Lights by Michael J. Rosen and Robert Sabuda 

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Chanukah Lights by Michael J. Rosen and Robert Sabuda 

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How Many Bugs in a Box? by David A. Carter 

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How Many Bugs in a Box? by David A. Carter 

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The Wide-Mouthed Frog by Keith Faulkner and illustrated by Jonathan Lambert 

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The Wide-Mouthed Frog by Keith Faulkner and illustrated by Jonathan Lambert 

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A boy, a Dog, and a Frog by Mercer Mayer

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A boy, a Dog, and a Frog by Mercer Mayer

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Poetry books are a great way to get children introduced to the elements of poetry. Poetry is something that they will continue to build on throughout all of their schooling so it is a great idea to get them introduced at a young age,

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R is for Rhyme: A Poetry Alphabet by Judy Young 

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R is for Rhyme: A Poetry Alphabet by Judy Young 

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Thinker My Puppy Poet and Me by Eloise Greenfield 

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Thinker My Puppy Poet and Me by Eloise Greenfield 

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The Stuff of Stars by Marion Dane Bauer 

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The Stuff of Stars by Marion Dane Bauer 

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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood by Fred Rodgers 

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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood by Fred Rodgers 

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The Promise of Change by Jo Ann Allen Boyce and Debbie Levy 

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The Promise of Change by Jo Ann Allen Boyce and Debbie Levy 

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If I was the Sunshine by Julie Fogliano and Loren Long 

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If I was the Sunshine by Julie Fogliano and Loren Long 

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These are books that are easy reads for children who are just now getting introduced to books and reading. This stage is usually heavily relied on pictures to tell the story.

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There's a Pest in the Garden! By Jan Thomas 

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There's a Pest in the Garden! By Jan Thomas 

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I am Human by Susan Verde and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds 

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I am Human by Susan Verde and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds 

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