Presented for the first time in 2012, the Cook Prize is named in memory of two ground breaking Bank Street educators – Don Cook of the Graduate School of Education, and Michael Cook (no relation) of the School for Children. In naming this award, Bank Street not only honors Michael and Don for their intangible contributions to the world of education, but encourages excellence in publishing informational books on STEM topics for elementary-aged children.
The Cook Prize honors the best science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) picture book for children aged eight to ten. It is the only national children’s choice award honoring a STEM book. The Cook Prize is administered with support from School Library Journal. The award is presented in May.
2023 Cook Prize
 Gold Medal |
 Silver Medal |
 Silver Medal |
Gold Medal
Anglerfish: The Seadevil of the Deep by Elaine M. Alexander; illustrated by Fiona Fogg (Candlewick)
Silver Medals
Infinity: Figuring Out Forever by Sarah C. Campbell; photographed by Sarah C. Campbell and Richard P. Campbell (Astra Young Readers)
The Mystery of the Monarchs by Barb Rosenstock; illustrated by Erika Meza (Alfred A. Knopf)
2023 Irma Black Award and Cook Prize Winners Announced
School Library Journal, May 4, 2023
Honor Books