"The Sydney Taylor Book Award is presented annually to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience. Presented by the Association of Jewish Libraries since 1968, the award encourages the publication and widespread use of quality Judaic literature. Gold medals are presented in three categories: Younger Readers, Older Readers, and Teen Readers." - https://jewishlibraries.org/Sydney_Taylor_Book_Award
2019 marks the first time the Sydney Taylor Book Awards have been included in the American Library Association Youth Media Award announcements."- https://sydneytaylorbookaward.blogspot.com/
Award name was changed in 2020
Award name was changed in 2020
Award name was changed in 2020
2007 was the first year of the Teen Readers Award category.
Age categories were introduced in 1981.