Read for a Better World!
Readers need a true diversity of books to not only see themselves, but to see that they are part of a big, beautiful, diverse world. Finding joyful and unique representations of character and story engages readers and enriches literacy and learning. Inclusive representation in books leads to empathy and social and emotional skill-building. Read for a Better World provides an inclusive literary collection and teacher resources that will help students grow as readers and as people in the classroom and beyond.
New Series in Spring 2025!
Read about Construction Vehicles
From backhoes to bulldozers and concrete mixers to dump trucks, beginning readers will enjoy learning about types of construction vehicles. Accessible text and educator resources make these books useful for both classrooms and libraries. Browse the Read about Construction Vehicles series →
Read about Community Helpers
Community helpers make the world a better place. This series has both SEL connections and authentic examples to help readers understand how these important people contribute to the community they live in. Browse the Read about Community Helpers series →
Read about Baby Animals
Kids love reading about animals, especially baby animals. With engaging photographs and accessible text, this series is perfect for young readers and animal lovers alike. Browse the Read about Baby Animals series →
Nagadenim ingiw Nayaadamaagejig Endanakiiyang (Read about Community Helpers) (Read for a Better World ™ Ojibwemowin)
Community helpers make the world a better place. This series has both SEL connections and authentic examples to help readers understand how these important people contribute to the community they live in. Now in Ojibwe! Browse the Nagadenim ingiw Nayaadamaagejig Endanakiiyang (Read about Community Helpers) (Read for a Better World ™ Ojibwemowin) series →
Read about Citizenship
Encourage young readers to learn how to be a good citizen. This series combines engaging examples and SEL connections to help students understand what citizenship means and how it fits into the world around them. Browse the Read about Citizenship series →
Read about Weather
Let beginning readers learn more about the different types of weather that they observe each day. With STEM connections and engaging questions, this series is perfect for young readers and young scientists alike. Browse the Read about Weather series →
Read about Dinosaurs
Go back millions of years in time to meet the dinosaurs that used to walk the Earth. Detailed images, diagrams, and STEM snapshots help bring these animals to life for beginning readers. Browse the Read about Dinosaurs series →
Read about the Past
Give young readers a peek at life in the past, comparing and contrasting how things were for previous generations with how they are now. The books contain prompts for SEL connections, helping readers connect to times gone by. Browse the Read about the Past series →
Read about Vehicles
From emergency trucks to race cars, kids will love this close up look at all types of vehicles. With STEM connections and thoughtful questions, this series is a lively and engaging first look at things that go. Browse the Read about Vehicles series →
Read about Holidays
Give young readers a peek inside various holidays we celebrate. With questions that encourage connection, and social and emotional supports for educators, this series brings holiday traditions to life for young learners. Browse the Read about Holidays series →
Read about Sports
Introduce young readers to popular sports! These accessible titles explain the equipment needed and the basic rules of eight sports. Social and emotional connections encourage readers to think about what it would be like to play on a team. Browse the Read about Sports series →
Read about Ocean Animals
Beginning readers will get their feet wet with these introductions to ocean animals. In addition to curricular information, reflection questions and family/educator engagement tips help connect the topic to the reader’s life. These books are sure to make a splash! Browse the Read about Ocean Animals series →
Read about Senses
Our senses help us observe and understand our world. This curricular topic is explored though an integrated approach to learning with embedded SEL questions and family/educator engagement tips at the beginning and end of each book. Browse the Read about Senses series →
Read about Space
Give curious kids a first look into space. Diagrams, photos, and illustrations combined with easy-reading text and SEL connection questions, the books provide a learning experience that is out of this world! Browse the Read about Space series →
Read about School
Prepare new learners for school with this kid-friendly series. From the bus to recess to the 100th day of school, kids learn what to expect. Reflection questions and family/educator engagement tips provide social emotional connections. Browse the Read about School series →
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