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Melissa Stewart

Melissa Stewart is the award-winning author of more than one hundred fifty science books for children. She holds degrees in biology and science journalism. Recent books include No Monkeys, No Chocolate; Under the Snow Tree (Peachtree, 2009); and the A Place for series (Peachtree). She lives in Acton, Massachusetts.
From BAM! to BURP!
Dormilones de verano (Spanish Edition)
Las plumas (Spanish Edition)
Summertime Sleepers
Seashells
No Monkeys, No Chocolate
Feathers

Books

From BAM! to BURP!
Dormilones de verano (Spanish Edition)
Las plumas (Spanish Edition)
Summertime Sleepers
Seashells
No Monkeys, No Chocolate
Feathers

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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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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Penguin Random House ALA Award Winners & Honorees for Elementary Education

The American Library Association (ALA) announced their 2022 literary award winners and honorees during LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience. Below you can find a selection of Penguin Random House titles that were among the winners.   To see which Middle School and High School titles were honored, click here.   Caldecott Medal Winner Watercress  

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