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Literature

Encourage reading beyond the classroom with literature books that support literacy, comprehension, diversity, and a lasting love of learning. Kaplan’s selection includes leveled readers, multicultural book sets, bilingual options, and classroom library collections with vivid illustrations and accessible text, helping children build vocabulary, confidence, social awareness, and meaningful reading habits in after-school and summer programs.

Children's Books That Promote Resilience - Set of 14
Item: 46793
Status: In Stock
$160.95
3 years & up. Help children build resilience, confidence, and healthy social-emotional skills with Children's Books That Promote Resilience - Set of 14. Designed for ages 3 and up, this classroom book collection introduces relatable stories that support conversations about feelings, perseverance, self-control, problem-solving, and positive relationships. Use these books during read-alouds, SEL lessons, quiet reading, or small group discussions to help children recognize strengths, manage challenges, and develop the protective factors they need to thrive.
Spanish Words Embedded into Stories Books - Set of 8
Item: 73219
Status: In Stock
$74.95
3 years & up. Children will delight in the use of both Spanish and English words throughout the books in this set. Set of 8 paperback books.
Favorites Book Set - Spanish - Set of 6
Item: 71556
Status: In Stock
$54.95
3 years & up. Promote inclusion and bilingualism with this set of Spanish-language children's books. Including classics such as Corduroy, this collection tells children a variety of engaging stories that range from simple to complex in a developmentally appropriate way. The collection provides an excellent opportunity to embrace dual language learners within the classroom and teach their classmates a little bit of Spanish as well! Set of 6.
Love Is in the Hair Books - Set of 4
Item: 36917
Status: In Stock
$64.95
4 years & up. Educate, empower, and inspire with the Love is in the Hair book set. This book set celebrates the beauty and heritage of Black hair by showcasing the relationships and experiences that Black children find through hair care. Together, the books show how hair can deepen bonds between family and friends and highlight the qualities that make us all unique and beautiful. Set of 4.
Explore Your World: Indian Culture Books - Set of 4
Item: 36592
Status: In Stock
$75.95
4 years & up. Immerse children in Indian cultural traditions and experiences with this bright and inclusive book set - Explore Your World: Indian Culture Books. Children will love riding through a bustling city on a tuk tuk taxi, making a rakhi bracelet with their siblings, learning to embrace themselves for who they are, and celebrating Holi, the vibrant festival of colors, as they're transported to India through the beautiful illustrations, engaging characters, and diverse stories found in these books. Perfect for making lessons and storytime culturally relevant, these books can be used to start important discussions with your children on what daily life and traditions are like in other countries around the world and how everyone's culture and experiences makes them special in their own way! Set of 4. Hardback. Note: Components may change occasionally due to availability. We will only substitute components with developmentally appropriate items that serve the same purpose.
Supporting Self-Esteem Books - Set of 4
Item: 36280
Status: In Stock
$69.95
4 years & up. This collection of books will boost children's self-esteem by encouraging them to do activities they enjoy rather than activities they think they are supposed to do. Each story shows children doing non-traditional gender role activities such as girls going on a nature adventure, boys painting their nails and girls being a pirate. Partial proceeds from one of the books go to accelerating LGBTQ acceptance. Set of 4. Hardcover.
Career Books - Set of 8
Item: 71668
Status: In Stock
$42.95
3 years & up. The books in this set gives children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of men and women from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Children learn all about what it takes to do an interesting job well. Along the way, they appreciate the contributions these workers make to our lives and the world around us. Set of 8 books. Titles may vary.