There are a wide variety of book awards for children's literature. Below are some links to some of most popular categories for books appropriate for K-6 grades.
This annual award by the American Library Association, is given to the author who has made the most distinguished contribution to children's literature.
This annual award by the Association for Library Service to Children, is given to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book.
This annual award, voted on by Washington State 4th-8th grade students, is for the best children's chapter book. Each voting student needs to read at least two books on the list to participate in the voting process.
This annual award, voted on by Washington State K-3 students, is for the best children's picture book. Each voting student needs to read at least two books on the list to participate in the voting process.
This is the oldest children's choice award in the the U.S. and Canada. Students can vote on their favorite novels based on three divisions: Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9, and Grades 10-12.