- Honoring Eleanor Estes, whose first book, The Moffats" (1941) was an instant success. "The Hundred Dresses-her most popular book-won Newbery Honors in 1945 and "Ginger Pye" won the 1952 Newbery Medal. Other awards. #ChildrensBooks #Kidlit #kidlitartMay 11, 2025 20:52