Informational Books
Ace It! Information Literacy series
Grades 2-4
Enslow
This title gives students step-by-step suggestions to help them create a memorable presentation.
Alike and Different series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series explores and celebrates some of the ways that people and cultures are both similar and unique. NOTE: The titles have also been repackaged by the publisher as the “All Kinds of People” series.
All About Me series
PreK – Grade 1
Picture Window Books / Capstone
This series explores some of the most important elements of a young child’s world.
All Kinds of People series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series explores and celebrates some of the ways that people and cultures are both similar and unique. NOTE: These titles are repackaged versions of titles from the “Alike and Different” series.
Animal Files series
Grades 3-5
Focus Readers/North Star Editions
This series introduces young readers to the important roles that different animals play in world ecosystems.
Animal Migrations series
Grades 2-3
Focus Readers/North Star Editions
This book offers young readers an exciting look at the reasons that whales make long journeys.
Animal Opposites series
PreK-Grade 2
Capstone
This series introduces young readers to some of the most interesting opposites of the animal world.
Autumn series
Grades 1-2
Picture Window Books/Capstone
This series explores some of the scientific changes that happen in the natural world during the autumn season.
Crayola® Colorful Biomes series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series highlights some of the colorful plants and animals that bring different habitats to vibrant life.
Eat Your Colors series
PreK – Grade 2
Capstone
Young readers will be tempted by a wide variety of food options in these colorful, captivating titles.
Fast Cars series
Grade 3-5
Capstone
This series introduces readers to some of the world’s fastest cars and holds high appeal for reluctant readers as well.
For Fun! Crafts series
Grades 3-5
Compass Point/Capstone
Easy instructions and behind-the-scenes fun facts introduce readers to the craft of crocheting.
Friends Forever Girls series
Grades 2-3
Inspire U
This chapter book series focuses on social emotional learning as a group of friends tackle their problems as a team.
Go Green series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
In this series, readers will learn about some of the important ways they can actively participate in protecting planet Earth. NOTE: These are repackaged versions of titles from the “Planet Protectors” series.
Holiday Time series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series introduces the traditions that make up a wide variety of holidays as experienced through young characters whose families celebrate these special days. NOTE: These are repackaged versions of titles from the “Holidays and Special Days” series.
Holidays and Special Days series
Grade 1
Millbrook Press / Lerner Publishing
This series introduces the traditions that make up a wide variety of holidays as experienced through young characters whose families celebrate these special days. NOTE: Six of the titles have also been repackaged by the publisher as the “Holiday Time” series.
Let's Explore Ecosystems series
Grade 2
Wonder Books/The Child’s World
This book teaches young readers about the world’s oceans and the amazing animals that live in these mysterious waters.
Lightning Bolt Books—Famous Places
Grade 2
Lerner Publishing
This series helps young readers explore some of the USA’s most famous places.
Money Basics series
Grade 1
Millbrook Press / Lerner Publishing
This series teaches young readers important concepts about money management while strengthening their math skills. NOTE: The titles have also been repackaged by the publisher as the “Money Smarts” series.
Money Smarts series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series teaches young readers important concepts about money management while strengthening their math skills. NOTE: These are repackaged versions of titles from the “Money Basics” series.
Monster Buddies series
Grade 2
Lerner Publishing
This series introduces young readers to the fascinating history behind the myths that have grown up around some of the world’s scariest monsters.
Natural Phenomena series
Grades 3-5
Focus Readers/North Star Editions
This book explains the intriguing science behind this important phenomenon that has such an impact on planet Earth.
Natural Resources series
Grade 3
DiscoverRoo/ABDO
This engaging and informative book teaches readers about the importance of plants around the world.
Off to School series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series introduces students to some of the different elements that make up a typical school.
Planet Protectors series
Grade 1
Millbrook Press / Lerner Publishing
In this series, readers will learn about some of the important ways they can actively participate in protecting planet Earth. NOTE: Six of the titles have also been repackaged by the publisher as the “Go Green” series.
Poetry Builders series
Grades 2-4
Norwood House
This title teaches young writers about different poetry concepts and how to put them together to write their own fun and creative nonsense poems.
Pull Ahead Books—Forces of Nature series
Grade 2
Lerner Publishing
This series introduces young readers to some natural events that are both awe-inspiring and potentially frightening.
Pull Ahead Books—Mighty Movers series
Grade 2
Lerner Publishing
This series introduces young readers to some of the world’s most amazing transportation options.
Saving Animals series
Grades 3-5
Focus Readers/North Star Editions
This title introduces readers to the hidden world of mountain gorillas and the ongoing fight to save them.
What's the Difference series
Grades 2-3
Picture Window Books / Capstone
This series allows readers to compare and contrast two animals that seem on the surface to be very much alike.
Where I Live series
Grade 1
Lerner Publishing
This series helps young readers understand the world around them by exploring social studies concepts through the eyes of individual characters.
You Can Write a Story: A Story-Writing Recipe for Kids
Grades 1-4
Two-Can Publishing
This easy-to-follow story-writing recipe takes young writers step-by-step through the creative process.