Why and When?
The Sydney Taylor Award was established in 1968 by the Association of Jewish Libraries and was called the "Shirley Kravitz Children's Book Award." However, they renamed the Award to "Sydney Taylor Book Award" in 1978, after the death of Sydney Taylor, author of "All-of-a-Kind Family" Series.
Who Receives The Award?
They Sydney Taylor Book Award recognized the best in Jewish Children's Literature. Jewish Authorship is not necessary.
Medals are awarded annually for outstanding books that authentically portray Jewish experience. Gold medals are presented in two categories: Older Readers and Younger Readers. Silver medals are presented to Honor books in both categories.
Books deemed worth of attention are considered "Notable Books" and are presented in both categories.
Who Sponsors the Award?
The Sydney Taylor Book Award is sponsored by the Association of Jewish Libraries.
Selection Committee:
A panel of Judaic Children's Librarians evaluate both fiction and non-fiction.
Criteria for awarding: Every book is evaluated in three categories-
1. Positive Jewish content and focus
2. Authentic detail and accurate research
3. Quality of writing and its ability to engage the interest of the target age group.
All of the above information was obtained from the Association of Jewish Libraries website.
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