Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Caldecott Medal | 2015 | Winner |
About This Book
An imaginary friend who hasn't been chosen by a child yet ventures from his island home into the real world to find his perfect match. A sweet, warm story about friendship and belonging. Winner of the 2015 Caldecott Medal.
About the Author
Dan Santat is an American author and illustrator of children's books born in Arcadia, California in 1974. He won the 2015 Caldecott Medal for *The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend*, about an imaginary friend who sets off on a real-world adventure. He was also a Caldecott Honor winner in 2015 for *After the Fall*.
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