Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

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Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Elementary School titles  

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2026 Texas State Award Winners

Congratulations to our 2026 Texas State Award Winners! Browse each award collection below or explore the full list of elementary award winners here.   Texas Bluebonnet Award Spirit of Texas Book Award Lone Star Reading List Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Texas 2×2 Topaz Nonfiction Reading List Tejas Star

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