A Letter to You, From Mr. Schu

Popular children’s book author John Schu, aka Mr. Schu, sent us a letter, and it’s addressed to you! Read his thoughts on the benefits of read alouds and sharing stories in the classroom and learn more about his recent books.

Dear Colleague,  

I am writing you this message on October 11, 2022, from 32,000 feet […]

22 Best Books of 2022 for Classroom Libraries

2022 gave us the gift of amazing books and series across countless topics, written by authors from many cultures and experiences. Our literacy experts had to make some tough choices to narrow the list to 22 of the best recommended books to include in classroom libraries. Check out our favorite educational, thought-provoking, touching and funny […]

31 Best Books of 2021 for Every Grade Level

Our must-have booklist for classroom libraries

As we wrap up 2021, Booksource’s literacy experts have chosen their favorite titles that debuted this year. This list includes buzzworthy new authors and award-winners. From lighthearted romances to riveting retellings of historical events to serious novels tackling contemporary issues, students will fall in love with reading when they discover […]

By |November 24th, 2021|Diverse Books, Favorite New Titles|0 Comments

New Release Books for Your Classroom: January 2021

With the new year comes new release books for your classroom library! Refresh with an amazing list of books available this January including a new series written for the star inside every kid, a new novel from the author of The Hate U Give and a book from literary legend Gary Paulsen.

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By |January 7th, 2021|Book Lists + Recommendations, Favorite New Titles|1 Comment

New Release Books for Your Classroom: December 2020

Between a charming new tale from fan favorite author Dav Pilkey and an essential text for the anti-racist movement, December’s new release books are must-haves.

Scroll to find them below and get excited to add some fresh reads to your classroom library!

1. Cat Kid Comic Clubby Dav Pilkey

Interest level: 2-5

Welcome to the Cat Kid Comic Club, […]

By |December 3rd, 2020|Book Lists + Recommendations, Favorite New Titles|0 Comments

New Release Books for Your Classroom: November 2020

From the biographical tales of star Rita Moreno to an adorable new story from favorite author Jory John, November brings new releases that your students will love finding on your classroom library shelves.

Scroll to find all our new releases below and get excited to add some fresh reads to your classroom library!

1. A Girl Named […]

By |November 5th, 2020|Book Lists + Recommendations, Favorite New Titles|0 Comments

Project LIT Book Club Favorites for Your Classroom

Project LIT is a national, grassroots literacy movement—a network of dedicated teachers and students who are committed to increasing access to culturally relevant books and promoting a love of reading in schools and communities across America.

Each year, they select a number of new releases to provide an opportunity to read and discuss themes and […]

Top 10 Most Highly Anticipated Titles in the 2020 Catalog

An engaging book can transport you, reveal new perspectives, push you to make a change, be a source of inspiration or shake you to your core. An engaging book can push you to read “just one more chapter” repeatedly until the sun rises. A truly engaging book stays with you long after the final words are devoured. 

At Booksource, we are as passionate about carrying books that engage your students as we are about reading engaging books […]

By |February 10th, 2020|Favorite New Titles|0 Comments

Our 6 Favorite Children’s and YA Books of Spring 2018

Spring is the perfect season to update your classroom library with exciting, recently published titles. But with so many new amazing books published each month, it can be hard to keep up! Fortunately, our title experts are dedicated to reading and researching classroom literature from hundreds of publishers. Recommending the best titles for teachers and […]

By |April 6th, 2018|Favorite New Titles|0 Comments

The Best Books for Classroom Libraries: 40 Top Titles of 2017

With such amazing new children’s literature published each year, it can be difficult to know which titles are the best to include in your classroom library. That’s why we’re here! Finding the books that resonate with young readers—the books that keep them on the edge of their seats, the laugh-out-loud funny ones and the powerful stories […]

By |December 8th, 2017|Favorite New Titles|3 Comments