Grades K-3

South Carolina Picture Book Award

2010-2011 nominees

BanditKaren Rostoker-Gruber

When Bandit's family moves to a new house, the cat runs away and returns to the only home he knows, but after he is brought back, he understands that the new house is now home.

Bark ParkKaren Gray Ruelle

Meet dogs of every shape, size, and personality as they romp and frolic in a park.

Bats at the LibraryBrian Lies

Bored with another normal evening, bats discover an open library window and fly in to enjoy the photocopier, water fountain, and especially the books and stories found there.

Big Bad BunnyFranny Billingsley

Mama Mouse hurriedly searches the forest for her missing little one, Baby Boo-Boo, while Big Bad Bunny stomps and growls not far away--but the bunny may not be as bad as it seems.

The Dog Who Belonged to No OneAmy Hest

The hard-working daughter of two bakers and a perfectly nice stray dog live lonely lives in the same town, until they meet one very stormy day.

Help Me, Mr. Mutt!Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel

Dogs across the United States write to Mr. Mutt, a people expert, for help with their humans.

Mail Harry to the Moon!Robie H. Harris

Harry's older brother, unhappy that the new baby is making lots of noise and getting all the attention, thinks up creative ways to get rid of him.

Nobunny’s PerfectAnna Dewdney

Bunnies, who slurp their juice, forget to say "please," and bite their friends, learn about good manners.

Owney, the Mail-Pouch PoochMona Kerby

In 1888, Owney, a stray terrier puppy, finds a home in the Albany, New York, post office and becomes its official mascot. He rides the mail train through the Adirondacks and beyond, criss-crossing the United States, into Canada and Mexico, and eventually traveling around the world by mail boat in 132 days.

The Pout-Pout FishDeborah Diesen

The pout-pout fish believes he only knows how to frown, even though many of his friends suggest ways to change his expression, until one day a fish comes along that shows him otherwise.

Read All About It!Laura Bush and Jenna Bush

Tyrone likes everything about school except reading, until he and his classmates are swept into a mysterious adventure during the class story hour.

Ron’s Big MissionRose Blue and Corinne J. Naden

Nine-year-old Ron, is a frequent visitor to the Lake City Public Library in South Carolina in the 1950s, where he pores over books on airplanes and flight. He makes his own quiet stand against segregation when he decides to apply for his own library card. Based on the life of astronaut Ron McNair.

Seabiscuit: The Wonder HorseMeghan McCarthy

Seabiscuit, a funny looking horse with a losing streak, is bought and given a second chance by Charles Howard. After new training and a loving jockey, Seabiscuit starts winning more races, but must prepare to run against War Admiral, the top racehorse in the country.

SkunkdogEmily Jenkins

Dumpling, a lonely dog with no sense of smell, moves with her family to the country and makes a new friend who takes some getting used to.

The Lion’s ShareMatthew McElligott

Ant is honored to receive an invitation to lion's annual dinner party, but is shocked when the other guests behave rudely and then accuse her of thinking only of herself.

Turtle’s Penguin DayValeri Gorbachev

After hearing a bedtime story about penguins, Turtle dresses as one for school and soon the entire class is having a penguin day, sliding on their bellies and eating goldfish crackers.

Two BobbiesKirby Larson and Mary Nethery

A true story of Bobbie the dog and Bob Cat, two pets who bonded together and were able to survive the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

Wangari’s Trees of PeaceJeanette Winter

Read about Wangari Maathai, a Nobel Prize-winning environmentalist who was shocked to see forests being cut down in her native country of Kenya. She decides to take action, beginning with the planting of nine seedlings in her own backyard.

What Bluebirds DoPamela F. Kirby

Learn about the unique characteristics and behaviors of bluebirds, including their courtship, nesting, hatchlings, fledglings, diet, and more.

A Whiff of Pine, a Hint of SkunkDeborah Ruddell

A collection of whimsical poems about life in the forest through the four seasons.