Nominate a Children’s Book
A diverse selection committee, including educators and youth leaders, evaluates submissions based on a story’s ability to engage children and convey positive messages about gardening and the environment, as well as the illustrations’ appeal and effectiveness in representing the story. Winners are announced at the AHS National Children & Youth Garden Symposium each year (attendance at the Symposium is not required).
Submit a book for consideration
The 2026 Growing Good Kids Book Award Winners
- Beansprout written and illustrated Sarah Lynne Reul (Charlesbridge)
- Miss Betti, What is This? written by Lela Nargi, illustrated by Kristen Uroda (Sleeping Bear Press)
- The Best Garden in the World written and illustrated Alice Courtley (The Quatro Group)
- The Great Pollinator Count written and illustrated by Susan Edwards Richmond (Peachtree)
- Thank You, Old Oak written by Britt Crow-Miller, illustrated by Amy Schimler & Britt Crow-Miller (Barefoot Books)
Learn about the present and past award recipients