What is a carnegie medal award?

The Carnegie Medal is a prestigious award presented annually in the United Kingdom to recognize outstanding children's literature. It was established in 1936 and is named after the philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. The award is given to the author of the most distinguished book for children, as determined by a panel of judges, and is considered one of the highest honors in children's literature. The medal is awarded alongside the Kate Greenaway Medal, which honors outstanding illustration in Children's Books.