The Newbery Honor is an award given by the American Library Association to recognize outstanding children's literature. It is named after the 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery, who published books for children. The award is part of the annual Newbery Medal selection, which honors the most distinguished American children's book published in the previous year. Books that receive the Newbery Honor are considered to be of exceptional quality but do not win the main medal. This distinction highlights multiple noteworthy titles, encouraging readers to explore a wider range of literature. The award has been presented since 1922 and continues to celebrate excellence in children's writing.