The American Library Association Youth Media Awards were announced earlier this week, and the following titles received awards:


John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children's literature:
Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos


Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children:
A Ball for Daisy by Chris Raschka


Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for the most distinguished beginning reader book:
Tales for Very Picky Eaters by Josh Schneider


Robert F. Sibert Book Award for most distinguished informational book for children:
Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet


Michael L. Printz Award for excellence in literature written for young adults:
Where Things Come Back by John Corey Whaley


YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults for the best nonfiction book published for ages 12 to 18:
The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery by Steve Sheinkin


Read the ALA press release for a complete list of award and honor books.