In an impressive display of excellence, Boys Town Press celebrated a successful fourth quarter in 2024 with four of its publications earning notable awards. These accolades highlight the organization's commitment to providing high-quality, impactful resources for youth, parents, educators, and counselors.
Boys Town Press, known for its mission to empower individuals through social-emotional learning, applies for awards on behalf of its authors and collaborates with independent illustrators to bring their books to life. The publications are designed to focus on the whole child, teaching practical skills that help children regulate emotions, build strong relationships and develop essential social skills.
The awards not only recognize the outstanding work of the authors and illustrators but also underscore Boys Town Press's expertise in creating engaging and effective educational materials. Each book purchase supports Boys Town's broader mission of strengthening children, families and communities through life-changing care.
The following publications were honored from October to the end of 2024:
Social Skills Builder Award Winner, School Age: Freddie the Fly: Connecting the Dots, Autism Live! Awards (2024 Toy/Gift Guide). Author: Kimberly Delude; Illustrator: Brian Martin.
Best Book Winner, Preschool Age: Awesome Dawson Has Big Emotions, Autism Live! Awards (2024 Toy/Gift Guide). Author: Julia Cook; Illustrator: Dale Crawford.
Parent and Teacher’s Choice Award, Gold Seal: My Schoolwork is a Mess! Parent and Teacher’s Choice Award. Author: Jennifer Licate; Illustrator: Suzanne Beaky.
Special Needs/Disability Awareness, Honorable Mention: Different Thinkers: ADHD, Royal Dragonfly Book Award. Authors: Katia Fredriksen, PhD, and Yael Rothman, PhD; Illustrator: Jennifer Ball-Cordero.
These awards showcase Boys Town Press's dedication to producing expert resources that make a real difference in the lives of children and their support networks.
