Scholastic is proud to work with some of the best researchers and educators in the business. Browse through our collaborative efforts and bring the work of these researchers and educators into your classrooms.
Core Knowledge
Grades: PreK-Prek
Save 15% on any Library! Order by 11/30/09. The natural curiosity of all children is nurtured and respected through this powerful selection of titles in the areas of geography, world history, math, visual arts, music, American history, science, and language arts.
The Core Knowledge Foundation is an independent, nonprofit, non-partisan organization founded in 1986 by E.D. Hirsch, Jr., professor emeritus at the University of Virginia and author of many acclaimed books. The Foundation conducts research on curricula, develops books and other materials for parents and teachers. Learn More
Guided Reading
Grades: PreK-Prek
Save 15% on any Grade-Level Set! Order by 11/30/09. Motivate ALL of your students with an enormous range of outstanding leveled books! Every title is supported with effective teaching strategies to help all children become independent readers who love to read.
Gay Su Pinnell is a professor in the School of Teaching and Learning at Ohio State University. She has extensive experience in classroom teaching and field-based research, and has developed and implemented comprehensive approaches to literacy education. Learn More
Laura Robb Classroom Libraries
Grades: 3-9
Offer students a mix of true-life, recreational fun, cliffhangers, and inspirational tales that meet their developmental needs, provide reading practice, and encourage partner reading so students can construct new meanings and explore ideas.
Laura Robb is the Director of Language Arts and Curriculum Coordinator of Powhatan School in Boyce, Virginia. Most notably, she is a veteran educator with over 42 years of teaching experience to her credit. Learn More
Muhammad Ali Presents: Go the Distance
Grades: 3-8
Achieve greatness in EVERY student while building comprehension and motivation. This research-based classroom library engages students with inquiry based instruction. Develop comprehension skills through high-interest trade books and a curriculum that makes reading relevant to your students' lives.
Muhammad Ali became ''The Greatest''™ by setting and achieving high goals. This collection of carefully selected, multicultural titles inspires students to reach their maximum potential. . . just like Muhammad Ali. Learn More
Nell K. Duke Presents Buzz About IT!
Grades: K-2
Save $50 on any library! Order by 11/30/09. Introduce students to informational text with teacher-directed lessons written by researcher and informational text expert Nell K. Duke.
Nell K. Duke is an Associate Professor of Teacher Education and Learning Technology, and Culture at Michigan State University. Duke's work focuses on early literacy development: particularly among children living in urban poverty. Learn More
Phyllis C. Hunter Classroom Libraries
Grades: K-9
Improve reading proficiency through this broad range of quality children's literature compiled by experienced educator and children's advocate, Phyllis C. Hunter.
As a reading consultant who specializes in scientific research-based programs, Mrs. Hunter has traveled the nation providing on-site technical assistance to states implementing comprehensive reading programs. The Phyllis C. Hunter Classroom Libraries is her most recent publication to be created in conjunction with Scholastic. Learn More
THE 10
Grades: 6-12
Save 20%! Order by 11/30/09. From snakes and spies to ancient sites, students in grades 6-12 will enjoy the compelling content of this 100-book collection. Whether the topic is science, social studies, or the arts, each title will help students to improve literacy with inquiry-based learning. The instructional resources were developed with academic advisor Dr. Jeffrey Wilhelm, an expert on adolescent literacy.
Jeffrey Wilhelm is a well-known teacher, author, and presenter. His interests include team teaching, co-constructing inquiry-driven curriculum with students, and pursuing teacher research. Learn More
Tim Rasinski Presents Fabulously Famous Books for Building Fluency
Grades: K-8
Engage students with rich children's literature as a springboard to fluent reading.
Dr. Timothy V. Rasinski, one of the nation's leading authorities on reading fluency, has conducted extensive research and created practical strategies to help developing and struggling readers become accurate and fluent decoders of words. Learn More
Word Forward
Grades: 3-8
Purchase any library for the special discount price of $125. Order by 11/30/09. Word Forward offers teachers a focused and fun way to build vocabulary and comprehension through captivating read aloud literature and research-based strategies.
Cathy Collins Block is a Professor of Education at Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, Texas. She is a member of the Board of Directors and/or Editorial Boards for the American Psychological Association, International Reading Association, and National Reading Conference. Learn More
