The Children's Literature Association of Utah (CLAU) is a volunteer organization of individuals who have a personal or professional interest in children's literature. The organization's purposes are: to encourage the reading, study, and writing of children's literature; to provide a forum for all points of view and levels of experience in children's books; and to gather and share information about children's literature.

The association sponsors book awards that motivate reading. CLAU annually sponsors awards in five categories:

1. Utah Children's Picture Book Award
2. Utah Children's Fiction Book Award
3. Utah Children's Informational Book Award
4. Utah Young Adults' Book Award
5. Utah Children's Poetry Book Award

Winners are chosen from the nominated books by the children of Utah, who vote for their favorite books.