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With more than 60 years of experience, we are an international Award for young people that equips them to be ready for the world and life. The Award empowers young people to learn and grow through non-formal education, all while working towards a globally recognized accreditation.
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Dec 7, 2022 · The Best in Children’s Programming from Around the World. Every year, the world’s leading producers of children’s television compete to be recognized at the International Emmy® Awards, the world’s preeminent platform for global excellence in television.
Apr 15, 2024 · In this blog post, we delve into the world of prestigious awards that honor the outstanding achievements of high school students. Whether it's showcasing groundbreaking scientific research, demonstrating artistic creativity, or making a positive impact through community service, these awards celebrate the diverse talents and passions of young ...
The Nobel Prize is one of the most important awards that anyone can receive. Nobel Prizes are given each year in six subject areas. The areas are physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, peace, and economics.
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The Carnegie Medal and the Kate Greenaway Medal
The Carnegie Medal and the Kate Greenaway Medal are to the United Kingdom as the Caldecott and Newberry awards are to America. The awards are presented by CILIP, the library and information association of the UK. They are England’s most prestigious children’s book awards, “recognising outstanding reading experiences created through writing and illustration in books for children and young people.” Per the CILIP website: The CILIP Carnegie Medal is awarded by children’s librarians for an outsta...
The Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year
The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA)presents annual Book of the Year awards to books of literary merit, for outstanding contribution to Australian children’s literature. Six book awards are given each year: Book of the Year for Older Readers, Younger Readers, and Early Childhood; Picture Book of the Year, the Eve Pownall Award, and the CBCA Award for New Illustrator. Since my children are younger I am most interested in the Book of the Year for Early Childhood category which is for...
Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator’s Award
The Book of the Year for Children Award was presented annually by the Canadian Library Association (CLA) from 1947 until 2016 when the CLA was disbanded. Similar to the Newberry and Caldecott awards, the Book of the Year is for the best children’s book and the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon award is for the best illustrated children’s book. Although the awards no longer continue, the association leaves behind a list of notable winners. The 2016 Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon winner was Sidewalk F...
Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award
The Astrid Lindgren Memorial Awardis administered by the Swedish Arts Council and given globally to an author, illustrator, storyteller or organization that promotes children’s literature. It is named in honor of Swedish author Astrid Lindgren (author of Pippi Longstocking) and her lasting contribution to children’s literature. It has the distinction of being the highest-paid children’s book award – the prize recipient is awarded 5 million Swedish kronor – equivalent to approximately half a m...
Hans Christian Andersen Award
One of the most prestigious awards is presented by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY). The Hans Christian Andersen Awardis the “highest international recognition given to an author and an illustrator of children’s books,” and has been described as the Nobel Prize of children’s books. Instead of the award going to a book, it is given to a body of work produced by an author or illustrator and recognizes the lifetime achievement of that creator. The award is presented every...
IBBY Honor List
And although not an award, the IBBY Honor List has one of the best selections for the greatest international books published. It is comprised of outstanding children’s books honoring authors, illustrators, and translators and has been published biennially since 1956. The 2020 Honors List has 179 books from 60 countries, including books written in 48 languages ranging from Afrikaans to Woiwurrung (an Aboriginal language.) I highly recommend browsing this list if you are interested in outstandi...
Global Kids Achievers Awards is the most prestigious and coveted Award for children from age group 1 year to 19 years to showcase their ability and uniqueness to the world and get recognised on international platforms.
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What does the Duke of Edinburgh Award mean for young people?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is the world’s leading youth achievement award, equipping young people for life. The Award is available for all young people aged 14 to 24, regardless of their background, culture, physical ability, skills, and interests.
