Popcorn

Popcorn, written and illustrated by Rob Harrell and published by Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Random House

Book Cover for Popcorn. Half of a middle grade boy's face is seen, he wears glasses, has short blond hair, and freckles. He stares off to the side at something we can't see, a serious expression on his face.

About

It’s picture day. Through a humorously illustrated depiction of the day, Andrew journeys through the catastrophic ups and downs of middle school, while navigating his anxiety and OCD. His anxiety builds, erupts and eventually subsides with the help of his teachers and friends.

Awards Won

Title Year
A circular medallion in blue and silver. In the center, children hold hands and encircle a small world, all in silver. Words at the top read "Schneider Family Book Award" in silver script, and repeated in silver Braille at the bottom. Schneider Family Book Award

The Schneider Family Book Awards honor an author or illustrator for a book that embodies an artistic expression of the disability experience for child and adolescent audiences.

Learn more about the history and criteria of the Schneider Family Book Award



2025 - Winner(s)