"Scott O'Dell established this award to encourage other writers-particularly new authors--to focus on historical fiction. He hoped in this way to increase the interest of young readers in the historical background that has helped to shape their country and their world." - Scott O'Dell Award.
Dash, by Kirby Larson, call number PZ7.L324 Das 2014, is part of the library's juvenile collection. Interested in learning more about this book? Follow the title link to the library catalog, then click on the book jacket cover to view:
Read the official announcement on the Horn Book Magazine blog Read Roger: The 2015 Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction.