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"A Year Down Yonder" won the Newbery Medal for its engaging story, memorable characters, and effective portrayal of life during the Great Depression. It also received praise for its humor, strong sense of place, and well-developed themes of family and community.

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Did a year down yonder receive the newberry honor or the Newbery Medal?

A Year Down Yonder was written by Richard Peck. It won the Newbery Award in 2001.


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