It rewards the best album for a 9 to 12 years old targeted public.
The award started in 1981 as the "Alfred enfant", without the distinction in age groups.
In 1984, the named changed for one year to "Alfred du meilleur album enfant".
This award is then called "Alfred moins de 12 ans".
In 1988, the name changes to "Alfred du meilleur album jeunesse".