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GRADES 3 - 5
Instructional Nonfiction How-To Grades 3-5For Grades 3-5 These 12 series and standalone titles feature hands-on projects to encourage students to explore, create, and experiment. With clear instructions for activities in arts and crafts, science, cooking, and more, these books are perfect for practical learners to use on their own or with an adult.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Nonfiction, Reluctant Readers, Science/STEAM
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GRADES 6 - 8
Instructional Nonfiction History Grades 6-8For Grades 6-8 Connect to the past with these 12 series and standalone nonfiction books that explore cultures, discoveries, events, and people. Perfect for encouraging middle schoolers to hone their critical thinking skills and consider the roles of primary and secondary sources.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, History
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GRADES 3 - 5
Instructional Nonfiction History Grades 3-5For Grades 3-5 Highlighting cultures, events, people, and discoveries, these 12 nonfiction titles will support curriculum and spark an interest in history. Includes engaging standalone books as well as entries from current nonfiction series.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction
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GRADES 10 - 12
History HighFor Grades 10 & Up The past opens with a turn of the page in these fully-documented histories and compelling works of historical fiction. Experience the past frequently with the 12 books in this category.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, Mature Readers, History, Realistic Fiction
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GRADES 5 - 8
High-Interest Nonfiction Middle PlusFor Grades 5-8 Nonfiction topics and approaches that will attract reluctant and avid readers alike.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Nonfiction, Reluctant Readers, Science/STEAM, History, Transitional Readers
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GRADES 9 - 12
Graphic Novels High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up Book-length narratives presented in comic book style, graphic novels foster both visual and verbal comprehension skills while exposing readers to interesting dialogue and satire, as well as affirming diversity. These unique books, some of them only published in softcover, are ideal for attracting reluctant readers and introducing them to literature they might not encounter otherwise. You may find that the 14 books in this category will turn your reluctant readers into eager readers.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Current Trends High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up The 14 books in this category include highly popular genres such as fairytale retellings, cyber punk, historical fantasy, and dystopia.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Novels
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GRADES 2 - 6
Character Building ElementaryFor Grades 2-6 This category provides 12 books per year that offer positive messages and spark thoughtful discussions about such things as ethics, kindness, and loyalty.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, Positive Messages
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GRADES 5 - 8
Biography Middle PlusFor Grades 5-8 Fascinating biographies and autobiographies will enable middle schoolers to read about the lives, thoughts, and accomplishments of the individuals who have shaped our world. Your patrons will learn about a remarkable person each month with this 14-book category.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, Science/STEAM, History
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GRADES 9 - 12
Biography High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up Fascinating biographies and compelling personal stories that provide a view into history or perspective on the issues of our times.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, LGBTQ+
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GRADES 2 - 6
Biography Elementary PlusFor Grades 2-6 Fascinating biographies and autobiographies will allow your elementary readers to look into the lives, thoughts, and accomplishments of the individuals who have shaped our world. And with 14 books per year, they'll discover a remarkable person each month.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, Science/STEAM
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GRADES 2 - 6
Arts Elementary PlusFor Grades 2-6 Draw! Dance! Sing! The 14 books in this category celebrate creativity and will foster a love of the arts among elementary schoolers.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, Science/STEAM