Build or expand your classroom libraries with expertly curated collections that engage readers and support literacy instruction.
Classroom Libraries for Grades PreK–12
Books Students Love. Support Educators Trust.
Classroom Libraries for Grades PreK–12
Books Students Love. Support Educators Trust.
Build or expand your classroom libraries with expertly curated collections that engage readers and support literacy instruction.
Find the Right Collection for Every Classroom
Choose from three collection types based on the level of support you need. Each one includes high-quality, high-interest books chosen to engage readers.
Teacher Collections
Carefully selected books and light teaching materials for a wide range of instructional priorities
Instructional Collections
Expertly curated books and high-quality teaching materials that deepen reading engagement and boost achievement
Browse by Category
Explore collections that support your most important teaching and learning priorities.
Teacher Collections
Bolster classroom instruction with high-quality books and teaching resources. Only available from Scholastic.
Core-Aligned Collections
Books aligned to your core literacy program, including many from recommended and required lists
Ready-To-Go Classroom Libraries
Educator-recommended, student-approved books no classroom should be without
Rising Voices Libraries
Book collections that celebrate every child and help them build meaningful connections to the world around them
STEAM Collections
Fiction and nonfiction books on real-world STEAM topics and careers
Instructional Collections
Elevate teaching and learning with high-quality books and robust instructional resources. Only available from Scholastic.
For Small-Group Instruction
Knowledge Library helps ensure every student can access grade-level texts with high-impact differentiation.
For Accountable Independent Reading
Scholastic S.P.A.R.K. transforms independent reading time with high-impact resources for teachers and students.
Individual Titles
Expand and refresh your classroom libraries with thousands of individual titles.
Customize Your Collection
Get custom book recommendations online or have a Scholastic specialist build a collection for you.
Enhance Your Existing Classroom Library
A high-impact classroom library includes a wide range of texts and text types. We can help expand your collection with:
Literacy Pro
Manage and measure independent reading with an expansive ebook library that tracks progress and comprehension.
Classroom Magazines
Keep your reading materials fresh with standards-aligned articles and teaching resources delivered all year long.
Decodables
Move from phonics practice to proficiency with decodables that are engaging to read and aligned to a rigorous skill progression.
Professional Learning
Maximize the return on your classroom library investment by pairing teachers with a classroom library expert.
Partner with the Most Trusted Name in Reading
One out of every two schools relies on Scholastic Classroom Libraries for their unbeatable quality, affordability, and alignment to instructional goals.
Here’s How We Build a Collection
Start with the Best Books
Each year, our team reviews thousands of the best children’s books in the industry.
Listen to Our Readers
We draw on insights from millions of young readers to identify books that students want to read.
Curate with Purpose
Our literacy experts choose books that meet high standards for quality, relevance, and impact.
Fuel Literacy Growth
We pair books with research-based teaching materials to support classroom instruction.
Build Reading Volume
Research links reading volume to success in school and life. Scholastic's 20-20-20 framework provides a simple, achievable approach to ensure every student engages in meaningful daily reading practice.
Where Classroom Libraries Fit In
- 20 Minutes in the Literacy Block
Establish independent reading routines during ELA with Ready-to-Go (K–8) or Scholastic S.P.A.R.K. (3–5) classroom libraries.
- 20 Minutes Across the School Day
Integrate independent reading across the school day with the STEAM Collection or Core-Aligned Collections.
- 20 Minutes at Home
Build daily reading habits with books and materials for at-home reading.
Why Classroom Libraries Matter
When curated with intention, a classroom library is one of the most powerful tools educators have for driving literacy instruction and achievement.
60% More Reading
Students with access to classroom libraries read 50%–60% more and perform better on standardized assessments (Neuman, S.B., & First Book, 2022).
20 Minutes
Students who read 20 minutes per day score significantly higher on standardized reading tests (NESCA, 2021).
Foundations & Impact
Explore the research behind classroom libraries and their impact on student achievement.
Reading Stamina White Paper
Find out why reading stamina is declining and how we can reverse the trend.
Engagement Through Reading White Paper
Learn more about how authentic reading experiences influence academic outcomes.
Reading for Life Topic Paper
Discover the surprising impact of reading books on children’s health outcomes.
Rethinking Classroom Libraries White Paper
Explore the research behind classroom libraries and their impact on reading growth.
Shopping Online Is Easy
Our store makes it easy to find collections, build your own, and create a quote.
School and District Support
Partner with a dedicated Scholastic representative to design customized libraries based on your needs.
Ready to Expand Your Classroom Libraries?
