Regina Medal facts for kids

The Regina Medal is a special literary award given out every year. The Catholic Library Association presents this award. It honors one living person who has made a lasting and important contribution to children's literature. This means they have done great work for kids' books over a long time.

The award doesn't just go to writers or illustrators. It can also go to people who have helped children's literature in other ways. The Regina Medal started in 1959. The Children's Library Services Section helps manage it.

In 2019, the Regina Medal celebrated its 60th anniversary. People looked back at its history. They noted how the award recognized careers that lasted many years. The work of these winners has had a huge impact. It has helped with education, reading, art, and libraries for children. This impact is considered "immeasurable," meaning it's too big to fully measure.

Regina Medal Winners

This award has been given to many famous and important people. They have all made a big difference in the world of children's books. Here is a list of the past winners: