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Bringing a multicultural spirit to children's literature

  • What We Do
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      • About the EJK Award
      • All Winners & Honors
      • Mock EJK Award
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      • FAQ
    • EJK Bookmaking Competition
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      • FAQ
    • Documentary: Tell Me Another Story
    • EJK Prizes in Partner Organizations
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What We Do

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Our Mission

Bringing the multicultural, creative spirit of Keats into children’s lives and literature

  • supporting arts and literacy programs in public schools and libraries
  • celebrating new writers and illustrators of exceptional picture books for a diverse audience of children
  • preserving Keats’s work and extending his legacy

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Ezra Jack Keats Award

The EJK Awards and Honors are given annually, by the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation in partnership with the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM), to new writers and new illustrators of outstanding children’s books that reflect our diverse population.

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Mock Ezra Jack Keats Award

Give your students (grades K-12) a vote…and a chance to choose the best picture book that:

  • Celebrates diversity
  • Hugs their heart
  • Shows change and growth are possible
  • Highlights the importance of community and family

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Ezra Jack Keats Bookmaking Competition

Inspiring students on all skill levels, in grades 3-12, to write and illustrate stunning picture books that make them proud for a lifetime.

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Tell Me Another Story

An inspiring 30 minute portrait of the power of picture books. It’s a compelling overview of diversity in children’s literature.

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Brooklyn, NY 11215-5702

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