Giveaways
We regularly give away books we think teachers and parents will enjoy using in the classroom or at home. Sign in with Google, click enter, and you’re in the drawing. Winners are picked at random and notified by email — it’s that simple.
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Treasure Island
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson follows young Jim Hawkins from his family's seaside inn to a dangerous voyage and a buried pirate treasure, with the unforgettable Long John Silver at his side—friend, mentor, and threat all at once.
Johnny Tremain
A staple of American Revolution units since its 1944 Newbery Medal win, Johnny Tremain pairs well with primary source documents and social studies content on the colonial period. Its third-person narration, rich period vocabulary, and morally complex protagonist give strong readers plenty to analyze in discussion and writing.
Anne of Green Gables
This story follows imaginative, talkative Anne Shirley as she unexpectedly finds a home with two siblings in the quiet town of Avonlea. Full of mishaps, big feelings, and charm, it’s a cozy, heartwarming read about growing up and finding where you belong.
Busy Spring Book Contest
A nature-filled look at how animals and plants burst into action as winter fades away. With playful rhymes and fun facts woven in, it’s an easy, engaging read that shows just how busy—and exciting—springtime can be.
Oh, the Places You'll Go!
Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss is the last book he published during his lifetime — a sweeping, second-person meditation on life's journey, its high points and low points, its waiting places and mountain-moving moments.
Alice With a Why
Alice with a Why by Anna James is a whimsical and thought-provoking adventure about a girl who just can’t stop asking questions. When Alice follows her curiosity into a wonderfully strange world, every answer seems to lead to even more “whys,” pulling her deeper into the mystery. Along the way, she discovers that curiosity isn’t something to outgrow—it’s something to celebrate. With playful twists and a sense of wonder, the story invites readers to embrace questions, imagination, and the joy of thinking differently.
Whale Eyes
Whale Eyes by James Robinson is a powerful and personal story about a boy who sees the world differently—and learns to embrace it. Through the idea of “whale eyes,” he describes how he sometimes feels like an observer on the outside, watching others from a distance. With honesty, humor, and striking visuals, he shares what it’s like to live with a visible difference and the challenges that come with it. Ultimately, the story is uplifting and thought-provoking, encouraging readers to see themselves—and others—with empathy and confidence.
Seven Little Ducklings
Seven Little Ducklings by Annette Cale is a playful counting adventure where a mama duck sets off with her seven wiggly, waddly ducklings. As they explore, each curious little duckling wanders off in its own way, turning the story into a fun countdown. Young readers get to guess what might happen next while enjoying the gentle rhythm and repetition. In the end, all seven ducklings reunite, making for a cozy, happy ending that celebrates both counting and togetherness.
Poppy
Poppy by Avi is a funny, fast-moving, and surprisingly suspenseful adventure novel about a young deer mouse named Poppy who must cross Dimwood Forest to find a new home for her large and hungry family -- and who must first face down Mr. Ocax, a great horned owl who has ruled the forest through fear and the fiction of his own indispensability for as long as anyone can remember.
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