Funder: National Council of Teachers of English

Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Nomination) | December 1, 2026 (Committee application) | December 8, 2026 (Committee membership application)

Funding Amounts: No monetary award; recipients receive a plaque (winner) or certificate (honor), and recognition at NCTE Annual Convention.

Summary: Recognizes excellence in children's nonfiction books that present factual information in an engaging and accessible manner.