Classroom Libraries & Book Sets

3 years & up. Author-illustrator Leo Lionni is well known for his use of colorful and imaginative storybooks. His books contain messages that center around themes of self-discovery, acceptance, friendship, creativity and the beauty of nature. Many stories emphasize the importance of embracing one's uniqueness, celebrating creativity and the power of imagination, working together, helping each other and valuing relationships with others. Through his stories, children develop an appreciation for the environment, learn about different animals and habitats, and gain a deeper understanding of their place in the world. This set of 8 paperbacks is sure to not disappoint the youngest or oldest of readers. Each book provides a simple lesson in friendship and acceptance. Paperback.

4 years & up. Teach children the importance of being kind with the Spread Kindness book set. Children will learn how to work together, help people around them and be kind to themselves. Set of 4. Hardback and paperback mix.

12 months & up. This bilingual board book series explains early manners and emotions with simple words and images, illustrating ways to cope with frustration, anger or sadness.

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.

3 years & up. Through relatable, everyday scenarios and diverse characters, children can recognize themselves and others in each story while building a vocabulary to express consent and emotions. Each book also features a special section for parents and caregivers with discussion prompts and activity ideas.

PreK - Grade 1. Fun, bright, colorful stories about holidays written specifically for emerging and early-fluency readers! Titles include: "Celebrating President's Day", "Celebrating Father's Day", "Celebrating Valentine's Day", "Celebrating Cinco de Mayo", "Celebrating Chanukah", "Celebrating Thanksgiving", "Celebrating Easter", "Celebrating Chinese New Year", "Celebrating Mother's Day", "Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day", "Celebrating Christmas", and "Celebrating Patriotic Holidays". Paperback. Set of 12 books.

4 years & up. Make inclusion a fundamental reality of your classroom with the All Kinds of Friends book set. The books in this set show children how to interact with, befriend, and accept other children who have differing abilities such as autism and Down syndrome. These books will empower children to feel comfortable around all of their peers.

3 years & up. Use these wonderful My Family Books Readings About Different Family Types to introduce your children to a variety of families. This set of books celebrates the diverse family groups that make up our world! Children will enjoy connecting with families similar to theirs and learning about different ones. The positive, clear text helps emergent readers understand different family relationships, while recognizing the bonds that all families share. Encourage children to ask questions about vocabulary words they're unfamiliar with. Set of 4 paperback books.

4 years & up. Teach children social skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives. This series of Learning to Get Along® books shows children appropriate ways to act (such as following rules and taking turns) when they are with their friends, at school, or in other social situations. The skills children learn from these books will set them up for success in their eventual academic, personal, and professional lives.

6 years & up. Introduce a new, exciting series to your reading center with this Judy Moody Favorites Book Set Including 8 Spectacular Adventures. This set of books follows Judy Moody as she gets famous, saves the world, becomes a doctor, predicts the future, goes around the world in 8.5 days, goes to college, navigates her moods, and declares independence. Children will love the on-target humor and reader-friendly format. This reading promotes vocabulary building, imagination, and literacy. Paperback. Set of 8.

4 years & up. Educate and inspire with this culturally relevant book set dedicated to celebrating Black History! Children and their families will find heroes and role models within these stories that uplift and amplify Black excellence, voices, and achievements. From Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Mae Jemison, the historical figures showcased in these diverse stories will inspire children to never give up on their dreams no matter what obstacles may be in their way. Hardcover and paperback mix. Set of 4.

2 years & up. Enjoy all of the classics with this wonderful set of big books. Good for either individual or classroom reading, these books have lively illustrations that children will enjoy and rhymes that are sure to get them singing. These tales are easy for children to follow, and they will enable children to develop important literacy skills such as following along with a story. They are also an easy, effective way to grow children's vocabulary. Set includes 8 books.

3 years & up. The Mindfulness Matters book set shows children how they can use mindfulness to help them be calm, regulate emotions, and better their day through breathing techniques and exercise. They can blow away angry thoughts, maintain focus, breathe slowly like an elephant, or relax with a belly breath. Regular practice of mindful breathing can build resilience to life's challenges by fostering a greater sense of inner strength and resourcefulness and social emotional health. Mindful breathing fosters self-awareness by encouraging children to observe their thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations without judgment.

Reading Level Grades 1 - 3. Interest Level Grades 3-6. The world's greatest fairy tales are retold in a graphic-novel format. Fresh, bold illustrations give these timeless tales a modern edge and will attract even the most reluctant readers. Paperback.

Grades K - 2. Katie Woo is a spunky, sassy, and stylish schoolgirl who readers will fall in love with. These early chapter books are perfect for explaining life changes, family celebrations, and growing up. Award-winning author Fran Manushkin outdoes herself with these fun, lighthearted stories. Perfect addition to any young girl's library. Set of 8 paperback books.

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.

3 years & up. Celebrate diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness with the Multicultural Books - Set of 7. This engaging collection introduces children to different cultures, family traditions, languages, and perspectives through meaningful stories and colorful illustrations. As children explore characters and experiences from diverse backgrounds, they develop empathy, kindness, respect, and an appreciation for similarities and differences. Interactive reading encourages vocabulary development, listening comprehension, critical thinking, and early literacy skills while building social-emotional awareness and a positive sense of identity. Ideal for preschool classrooms, childcare centers, diversity learning centers, and circle time, these inclusive children's books inspire meaningful conversations, acceptance, and a sense of belonging. Includes 7 books. Titles may vary

3 years & up. In Backyard Bugs books, emergent readers learn about a variety of insects that can be found right outside. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading success by making sure they aren't facing too many challenges at once. With beautifully illustrated books, children see close up pictures of all the insects and their surroundings Students compare the similarities and differences as they learn about the life cycle of these insects. Each book describes how they hatch, develop, and live in their environment. Set of 8 paperbacks.

2 years & up. Build foundational literacy and early math skills with the Classroom Board Books - Set of 6, a collection of beloved classics that make learning fun and engaging. Featuring timeless titles like The Little House, Freight Train, Counting Cowns, Moo Moo, Brown Cow, Big Fat Hen, and Quack & Count, this set introduces preschoolers to bright illustrations, rhythmic language, and early number concepts. Perfect for classroom literacy centers, story time, or home reading routines, these sturdy board books are designed to withstand toddlers' curious hands and support repeated use. Each story invites children to explore language patterns, counting sequences, animal themes, and everyday adventures - building vocabulary, listening skills, and a lifelong love of reading.

4 years & up. Love comes in many different forms-so do families! Show children that love, not who you are or how your family looks, is what makes a family a family with the inclusive All Families Are Special Books. Perfect for exploring all the unique ways a family can be made, this book set helps teachers and parents build nurturing and supportive environments for children where they feel safe, comfortable, and affirmed in their family backgrounds. From adoptive and single-parent families, to same-sex and multiracial families, children will love learning about all types of families and why they're special! Set of 4. Hardback and paperback mix.

4 years & up. Help children understand their value and worth no matter who they are! Each book in this inclusive set shows children that who they are is perfect no matter the color of their skin, what they wear, or their religion. These inspiring stories will encourage children to see the best in other people and be empowered by the uniqueness in others and themselves. Hardcover. Set of 4.

Grades K - 1. Spark the interest of beginning readers with engaging fiction and authentic informational content! These high-quality books feature an appropriate reading level and familiar standards-based themes. Set of 6 books have 12 - 20 pages each.

4 years & up. We share our world with over 7 billion people - learn how people live in different counties around the earth. Perfect for global awareness. Set of 6 paperback books.

12 months & up. Introduce language and learning with the Bilingual Board Books Assortment - Set of 8. Each book presents content in both English and Spanish, supporting English word association and ESL skill development. Engaging stories and illustrations explore counting, basic vocabulary, letters, colors, and social-emotional experiences such as holding hands, dancing, reading, and enjoying time with a caring elder. With educational content spanning language, literacy, counting, colors, and compassion, this set offers a variety of opportunities for shared reading and learning. A great addition to classroom libraries, the assortment includes 8 bilingual board books.