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CHICAGO — Last week, the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) announced the top books, video and audio books for children and young adults – including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Newbery and Printz awards – at its Midwinter Meeting & Exhibits in Philadelphia.

An enthusiastic and vociferous crowd greeted the announcements on the morning of Jan. 27 at the Philadelphia Convention Center.

What they didn’t see was the months of preparation by the various committees, which culminated in the ceremony that morning.

In a video produced by the 91´«Ã½ Public Information Office (PIO) for atyourlibrary.org, the 91´«Ã½’s website for the public, you have a rare chance to take a glimpse behind the scenes, just a few hours before the Youth Media Awards presentation, as the Newbery, Caldecott and Coretta Scott King committees deliver the good news to the winners and those who received honors.

To view the video, visit .

Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, 91´«Ã½ awards guide parents, educators, librarians and others in selecting the best materials for youth. Selected by judging committees of librarians and other children’s experts, the awards encourage original and creative work. For more information on the 91´«Ã½ youth media awards and notables, please visit .