Children's Notable Media Lists

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Notable seal imageEach year ALSC identifies the best of the best in children's books, recordings, and digital media for youth 14 years of age and younger.

The Children's Notable lists highlight media for children 14 years of age and younger of especially commendable quality that demonstrate respect for young people’s intelligence and imagination; exhibit venturesome creativity; and reflect and encourage the interests of children and young adolescents in exemplary ways.

Use the links below or on the menu at the left to access current and past children's notable lists, and learn about the submission process.


Upcoming Open Meetings

2025 Notable Children's Books

Jan 7, 2025, 1pm-5pm CT:

Jan 8, 2025, 1pm-5pm CT:

Jan 9, 2025, 1pm-5pm CT:

Jan 10, 2025, 1pm-5pm CT:

2025 Notable Children's Recordings

Jan 24, 2025, 4pm-7pm PT:


Current Notable Lists

2024 Notable Children's Books
2024 Notable Children's Recordings
2023-2024 Notable Children's Digital Media


Past Notable Lists



The final Notable Children's Video list was released in 2017. Go to the list of past Notable Children's Videos List.