20 LGBTQ+ Pride Books for Students of All Ages

All children should feel represented in the books in your classroom library. It’s important to share diverse titles so every student feels seen! In addition, exposing students to new points of view helps them to build empathy. Provide your students with a window into the many different experiences within the LGBTQ+ community when you […]

If Your Students Like “Turning Red,” Share These Heartwarming Coming-of-Age Titles

Between its cheeky humor, nostalgic early-2000s vibe and touching coming of-age themes, kids and adults alike can’t stop talking about Pixar’s “Turning Red.” This hit animated film addresses topics like puberty, parent/child relationships and being a teen in a way that makes students feel understood. If your students love the movie “Turning Red,” they […]

Titles to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. At Booksource, we believe all kids should feel represented in their classroom library, which is why we’re devoted to carrying diverse and inclusive titles like the ones listed below. Immerse your students in the […]

By |May 1st, 2022|Book Lists + Recommendations, Diverse Books|0 Comments

12 Books About Environmentalism and Climate Change

Kids are the future, and the quality of their lives depends on the state of our planet! Although your students may think they are too young to make a change, these timely books about environmentalism say otherwise. Encourage readers of all ages to get involved in saving the Earth when you share books about climate […]

19 Books About Inspiring Women Who Changed the World

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ve selected the most inspiring, engaging and educational titles about remarkable women throughout history. These women came from many different backgrounds and experiences, but they all made a positive change in their communities and in the world. From picture books to poetry collections and biographies, share these titles […]

20 Books Telling the Real Stories of the U.S. Presidents

Presidents’ Day is a great reminder to teach students about how our government came to be and why elections matter. It’s important to supply your students with both historical fiction and nonfiction titles that discuss American History.  

From presidential biographies to books explaining the electoral college and why we have presidents in the first place, discover […]

By |February 8th, 2022|Book Lists + Recommendations|0 Comments

20 Classroom Books for Goal Setting and New Year’s Resolutions

Now is the perfect time to talk to your students about goal setting. As everyone makes New Year’s Resolutions, share these titles promoting goal setting and perseverance. Some provide helpful how-tos for setting common New Year’s Resolutions!

Here are the 20 best books
for goal setting to add to your classroom library.

1. My Mindful A To Zen: […]

By |December 13th, 2021|Award-Winning Titles, Book Lists + Recommendations|0 Comments

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

14 Books to Inspire Future Olympians in Your Classroom

Classroom libraries should be filled with books that get students excited about reading. Books about sports and athletes are among the most popular books and are also inspirational and informative for students at all reading and grade levels. It’s always a great time to get inspired to read!

1. Ready for Sports: Basketball by Elliot Riley

Interest […]

By |August 3rd, 2021|Subjects + Themes|0 Comments

20 Must-Have Graphic Novels to Engage Readers in Grades 3-6

Graphic novels have become increasingly popular among young readers for good reason. These visually engaging books capture students’ attention, increase reading comprehension and can be a more approachable read for striving readers, English language learners or those with learning difficulties. Advanced readers also benefit from reading graphic novels, as they learn how to interpret various […]

By |March 17th, 2021|Book Lists + Recommendations, Graphic Novels|1 Comment