Winner1978
Bridge to Terabithia
Written by Katherine Paterson
Jess and Leslie create a magical kingdom in the woods, until a tragedy changes everything. A moving classic about friendship and loss.
Ages 9 to 12
Katherine Paterson: books and awards
Katherine Paterson spent part of her childhood in China, where her parents were missionaries. She won the Newbery Medal twice, for Bridge to Terabithia and Jacob Have I Loved.
Katherine Paterson wrote 3 books on our shelf that won or were recognized by the Newbery Medal, between 1978 and 1981. 2 of them won. Most are for ages 9 to 12 and teens.
Award-winning books by Katherine Paterson
Winner1978
Honor1979
Winner1981
Jacob Have I Loved
Written by Katherine Paterson
A girl on a Chesapeake Bay island struggles with jealousy of her talented twin sister. For older readers.
Ages 9 to 12, Teens