Children's Notable Media Lists
Each 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 Meetings
2026 Notable Children's Books
January 13, 2026 @ 1pm CT - Register here
January 14, 2026 @ 1pm CT - Register here
January 15, 2026 @ 1pm CT - Register here
2026 Notable Children's Recordings
July 18, 2025 @ 2pm CT - Register here
Current Notable Lists
2025 Notable Children's Books
2025 Notable Children's Recordings
2025 Notable Children's Digital Media
Past Notable Lists
Notable Children's Books
Notable Children's Recordings
Notable Children's Digital Media
The final Notable Children's Video list was released in 2017. Go to the list of past Notable Children's Videos List.
