Ezra Jack Keats Foundation

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Many congratulations to the creators of FAITH TAKES THE TRAIN! 🥳 bit.ly/3MCBczx

🚉 Mokshini is the winner of the 2026 Ezra Jack Keats Illustrator Award!
🚉 Kesi Augustine has received a 2026 Ezra Jack Keats Writer Honor!

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Congrats!

The 2026 EJK Writer Award to Sara Andrea Fajardo
The 2026 EJK Illustrator Award to Mokshini

Writer Honors: Stefanie Foster Brown & Kesi Augustine
Illustrator Honors: Tallulah Fontaine & María J. Guarda

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We had an inspiring #EJKAward deliberation with judges who are nationally recognized early childhood education specialists, #librarians, #illustrators and experts in children’s literature. Stay tuned for the 2026 Award Winners! #ChildrensBooks #DiversityInLit #BookAwards www.ejkf.org/2026-ejk-awa...

Congratulations Caldecott Recipients!!

FIREWORKS Catia Chien (written by @matthewburgessj)!

The 2026 Caldecott Honor books are:

Every Monday Mabel @jasharawan

Our Lake @anqiekanq

Stalactite & Stalagmite @drewbeckmeyer

SLJ Reviews the Caldecott Medal Winner and Honors | ALA Youth Media Awards 2026 The SLJ reviews editors rounded up our reviews of the books lauded at the 2026 Youth Media Awards. Here, the reviews of the Caldecott Medal and Honors winners.

SLJ Reviews the Caldecott Medal Winner and Honors | ALA Youth Media Awards 2026
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Illustrator Cátia Chien Halfway through the process, the heart of Matthew Burgess's book revealed itself to Cátia Chien, who then created a visual tribute to the freedom of childhood.

Illustrator Cátia Chien’s ‘Fireworks’ Journey Ends with 2026 Caldecott Medal
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What a wonderful 2026 #EJKAward Committee! Stay tuned for the Winners!

2026 EJK Award Coming Soon Email from Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Celebrating the 2026 EJK Award Committee Meet the 2026 EJK Award Committee Cathryn Mercier, Chair EJK Award Committee, Professor, Graduate Program Director of Chi

We are in 2026 Award Season! Check out our 2026 #EJKAward Committee!
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Thank you @newyorktimeshaiku.bsky.social for the #SnowyDay mention!

The Snowy Day. By Ezra Jack Keats. There's actual snow on the sign.💙☃️

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Congrats to Eva Lou Phillips, winner of the Mica #EzraJackKeats Collegiate #Bookmaking Competition!

YouTube video by Mississippi Book Festival Ezra Jack Keats Award-Winners & Honorees

Did you miss the Mississippi Book Festival? Check out the #EzraJackKeats Panel there: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYgq...

Did you see our Holiday email? Check it out!

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Have you signed up for our #MOCKEJK? Are you curious about it? Come next Wednesday at 6pm ET to a Q&A! DM us for details!

One winter morning Peter woke up and looked out the window. Snow had fallen during the night. It covered everything as far as he could see.

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Looking for gifts this holiday season? #SnowyDay always makes gift guide lists and perfect for those little ones to snuggle up to when it's cold out!

Opening Bell for #MockEJK! Sign up here: ow.ly/nkLX50Xq9aV

Look who's going to @netflix.com!
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Tell Me Another Story (2022) | "Tell Me Another Story" with Q&A | Ezra Jack Keats Foundation

We hope you’ve had a chance to watch Tell Me Another Story - it’ll be up and live for you to re-watch and screen with your friends, colleagues, students, etc.
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📬💥 Did you know? Peter’s got his own STAMP! 💌
Yep, the Peter you know and love is still delivering charm through the USPS—literally.

Grab your Peter stamps and add a little winter magic to your mail ✨📖✉️

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Happy First Day of Fall! Embrace the cozy vibes as we sip on pumpkin spice lattes, snuggle up in our favorite sweaters, and enjoy the colorful foliage. Let’s celebrate harvest festivals, gather around bonfires with friends, and cherish moments of gratitude. What are you most excited for this season?

On this World Suicide Prevention Day, let's come together to celebrate life! Embrace the warmth of community and the beauty of connection. Take a moment to check in on loved ones, share stories, and spread positivity. Remember, it’s okay to not be okay - your voice matters! #WSPD2023 #YouAreNotAlone

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