Publisher Spotlight: Manga Quest – a new series from TOKYOPOP Learning

Standards-Aligned Manga Gives Students a New Way to Learn, One Adventure at a Time Penguin Random House is thrilled to offer titles from Manga Quest, a new series from TOKYOPOP Learning. TOKYOPOP, the pioneering manga publisher that introduced an entire generation of American readers to the art form, has launched Manga Quest, the debut series from

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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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New Thematic Educator Guide: Teaching Nature

Young children are naturally attuned to the living world around them, noticing plants, animals, and small details that adults often overlook. At a time when students are being pulled toward screens, research underscores the importance of helping children step outside. Time spent in nature is linked to improved cognitive function, attention, and well-being. This guide

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Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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2025 National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Conference

Join Penguin Random House Education at the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Conference in Washington, DC (December 5th – December 7th). Visit us in Booth #308 to browse books by grade level and subject area, pick up free teacher resources, and learn more about our classroom collections. Don’t miss our Keynote Speakers! All

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New Thematic Educator Guide: Teaching Women’s History

In celebration of Women’s History Month 2025, the National Women’s History Museum launched a campaign called “She Is Not a Footnote,” aiming to highlight the powerful role women play in America and to foster a vision that leads to action in our schools and society. According to the campaign’s research study, elementary students are often

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Books for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month

This Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month (and beyond!), we’re celebrating authors, creators, and illustrators from the Hispanic and Latine community. Join us in uplifting their voices and stories by bringing them into your classroom. Find a full collection of Elementary School titles here.

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Publisher Spotlight: Moon + Bird – a new children’s imprint from Watkins Media

Penguin Random House is thrilled to offer titles from Moon + Bird, a new children’s imprint from Watkins Media. In 1893, John Watkins decided to shake up the literary world by publishing books that pushed boundaries and expanded minds. Over the past 130+ years, the Watkins Media Group has built on that legacy with a

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2025 Elementary School Collection

The Penguin Random House Education Elementary School Collection features outstanding fiction, nonfiction, and picture books from Penguin Young Reader’s, Random House Children’s, DK, and Grupo Editorial, as well as children’s publishers distributed by Penguin Random House. Explore online or download this valuable resource to discover great books in specific topic areas such as: Leveled Readers,

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