Scholastic and most other children's book publishers do not accept unsolicited manuscripts. Most works are submitted by literary agents or are created under a contract.

Our Editorial Department suggests that you may want to consult the current issue of the CHILDREN'S WRITER'S AND ILLUSTRATOR'S MARKET. It retails in the $20.00 range and should be available at most public libraries. They feel this book is helpful for aspiring children's writers.  

We wish you success in your writing endeavors and hope this information is helpful.

We welcome professional manuscript submissions from all educators. Acceptance of proposals is based on originality of ideas, usefulness to educators working in mainstream settings, market need and fit with the directions and goals of Scholastic Professional Books.

To submit a teaching idea please send:

• A brief description of the idea including the grade range for which it is appropriate.
• A Table of Contents outlining the development of the book.
• A sampling of the activities and projects if applicable or sample chapter.
• Information about you-the author-such as a resume, writing sample, or already published work.
• Query letters are not necessary. Response will be mailed within twenty four weeks.
• All submissions should be typed and sent to:



Scholastic Manuscript Editor

Scholastic Professional Books

555 Broadway 5th Floor

New York, NY 10012

If you would like to find additional information about submitting a manuscript for teaching ideas, please click here.