Thematic Educator Guide: Teaching Civic Engagement

The American Library Association (ALA) announced their 2023 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.   Explore the collection of award winners and honorees here.   Caldecott Medal Winner Hot Dog   Coretta Scott King

In today’s society where children hear about climate change, school shootings, global pandemics, and more on a daily basis, resiliency has understandably become more of a challenge. However, scientists know the ability to face and overcome adversity is a learned trait. Educators play a crucial role in teaching children to manage emotions, develop healthy identities,

Join Penguin Random House in celebrating the contributions of Black authors, creators, and educators. In honor of Black History Month, we’re sharing stories that highlight Black history, excellence, and joy. Browse the elementary collection   Explore additional books by Black creators that will educate, empower, and inspire students in the classroom all year round:  

Expand your library’s eBook offerings with specially curated collections! Browse the book lists which are all available at special pricing through the end of the year and can be purchased through your institution’s preferred digital wholesaler. From First in Series, to Classroom Classics, to Graphic Novels and Books for Reluctant Readers, we’ve got something for

Join Penguin Random House Education at the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Annual Convention in Anaheim, CA (November 17th – November 20th). Visit us in Booth #825 to browse books by grade level and subject area, pick up free teacher resources, enter daily sweepstakes, and learn more about our classroom collections. Don’t miss our General

In a 2021 Carnegie Corporation article titled “What We Owe Our Children,” U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor warned, “Civic duties and behaviors are learned, not inherited. If the seeds of lifelong, prepared, and engaged participation are not planted… they will never grow.” How, then, do we plant the seeds of citizenship in young children?

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month this November, Penguin Random House is highlighting the stories of our authors and illustrators who represent the Indigenous Experience.  Using #StoriesoftheLand, #NativeAmericanbooks, and #Indigenousreads, join us in putting a spotlight on the rich and diverse stories showcasing the important contributions and experiences of Native people. Here is a selection

As the school year begins, teachers and students are facing challenges to their intellectual freedom like never before. From state legislation to executive orders to school district policies to administrator actions, book bans are at an all-time high, and teacher shortages are affecting every corner of the nation. But as a K-12 educator, you do

Get excited for all the new friends and fun to come this school year with a free weeknight virtual storytime event from Brightly! Wherever your students are learning this year, this special storytime event will get everyone excited for all the adventures the new school year will bring. This hour-long event features authors sharing stories

Penguin Random House Education is proud to celebrate National Bullying Prevention Month, which takes place annually in October. We are highlighting works that raise awareness as to the effects that bullying can have on young people and how to be a better ally to those who might be a target of bullying. Here is a

Calling all new teachers: welcome to your first official school year! To kick things off, we created the Resource Pack for New Teachers: Tips, Ideas and Booklists to Help You Get Started in the Classroom (Grades K-8). We asked two veteran educators to share some strategies and best practices they’ve learned through their own classroom

Penguin Random House Education is proud to celebrate Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs annually from September 15th through October 15th.  We are highlighting the works of our authors and illustrators from the Latinx and Hispanic community, whose stories and characters have a profound impact on our society. Here is a selection of titles