The E.B. White Read Aloud Awards, established in 2004, honor books that reflect the universal read aloud standards that were created by the work of the author E.B. White in his classic books for children:Charlotte’s Web, Stuart Little, andThe Trumpet of the Swan. In the first two years of the award, a single book was selected.
In 2006, in recognition of the fact that reading aloud is a pleasure at any age, the award was expanded into two categories: Picture Books, and Older Readers.
Books are nominated for their universal appeal as a “terrific” books to read aloud.
A great Read Aloud should:
- Stand up to reading over and over
- Have art that works from a distance
- Allow the reader to take away something (wonder, curiosity, laughter etc)
- Be a springboard for discussion
- Be free of excessively squirmy moments
- Picture books: should work for preschool – 5th grade
- Older Readers: Should work for family reading both up and down in ages
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| 2004 Winner (First Year of Award) |
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| 2014 Picture Book Winner |
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| 2014 Winner for Older Readers |
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