Instructional Materials & Programs
Scholastic's Common Core-Ready Offerings
Scholastic’s research-based materials will help your students master the skills and knowledge they’ll need to be college and career ready. We offer a range of products for Grades K-12 that align to the CCSS and are designed to foster a love of learning. To learn more about our specific offerings, select a subject area and grade level.
READ 180 NEXT Generation 
READ 180, the most effective system for raising student achievement in grades 4-12+, has been significantly updated to meet the rigorous reading and writing expectations of the Common Core. READ 180 includes more rigor throughout, new grade-level text, new text-dependent questions, more nonfiction, new performance-based assessments and a new Writing Zone—all available for iPad. READ 180 will ensure all students have an explicit and accelerated path to college and career readiness—and that they can translate those skills to success on the Next Generation Assessments.
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System 44 NEXT Generation
System 44 Next Generation was designed to help the most challenged readers master the foundational reading skills required for success with the Common Core, through explicit instruction in phonics, comprehension and writing.
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4 and up |
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Common Core Code X (Code X)
Common Core Code X (Code X) is the first authentic English Language Arts Curriculum that challenges students to read, think, analyze, question, cite evidence, debate, and write every day. Code X was built specifically to address the rigorous literacy demands of the Common Core State Standards and to ensure students become deep readers and measured writers who can translate these skills into success on the Next Generation Assessments.
FUNDING
Funding: Title I-Part A, Title I - Part A SES, Title I - School Improvement Plans, Title III, 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Race to the Top — District, Striving Readers, Investing in Innovation, School Improvement Grants
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Comprehension Clubs
The first full-year curriculum from Fountas & Pinnell, Comprehension Clubs brings deep reading, deep thinking, and deep discussion to the entire class.
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K-8 |
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Expert 21 
This CCSS-aligned program will help students develop the literacy expertise necessary to thrive in the 21st century.
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6–9 |
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Guided Reading Programs 
This collection of leveled books and guided reading materials from Fountas & Pinnell will help students of all levels develop critical skills and knowledge.
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K–6 |
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Knowledge Quest! 
Designed for the Common Core, our curated, content-rich collections build the knowledge base children need to succeed—one read-aloud at a time. Each collection includes a guidebook with activities that help build vocabulary and comprehension skills.
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PreK-3 |
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Traits Writing 
This revolutionary new writing program from Ruth Culham will help every student become a capable, confident writer.
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K–8 |
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iRead 
iRead is the breakthrough digital program designed to ensure mastery of all foundational reading skills of the Common Core for all children in grades K-2.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I – Part A, Title I – School Improvement Plans, Title III – English Language Acquistion, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge, Race to the Top – District, Striving Readers, Investing in Innovation, SIG
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards Correlations
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K-2 |
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Big Day for PreK 
A proven effective comprehensive early learning program that embraces children’s natural curiosity and encourages them to explore and connect to the world around them.
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Funding: Title I, Title III, IDEA/Special Education/RTI Funds, EETT, Head Start, Circle (Children’s Learning Center)
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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Cozy Corner 
Bring storytime to life and give preschoolers an early start on language, literacy and social/emotional development.
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Funding: Head Start, Title I
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PreK-1 |
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Building Language for Literacy 
An oral language and early literacy development program designed to increase vocabulary, language, and letter and word identification skills for English- and Spanish-spe aking children
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Funding: Title I-A, Title III, 21st CCLC
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Nell K. Duke Presents Buzz About IT! 
A read-aloud library of informational text, developed by early literacy expert Dr. Nell K. Duke, helps build reading skills in the primary grades.
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K-2 |
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Read and Rise 
Read and Rise empowers families to cultivate literacy at home by providing hands-on strategies, parent resources and take-home books.
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PreK- Grade 3 |
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Teaching the Alphabet 
Teaching the Alphabet contains a wealth of print and digital resources for teaching basic alphabet-recognition and decoding skills.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, Investing in Innovation, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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PreK-K |
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Teaching Phonics 
Lessons and activities in sequence with ready-to-use stories, games, and activities offers children high-interest ways to learn.
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Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, Investing in Innovation, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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PreK-K |
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Triple Treat 
An innovative, shared reading resource for emergent readers and writers. The perfect on-ramp to guided reading!
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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PreK-1 |
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English 3D
English 3D is a new English language development program designed to ensure proficiency in the “language of school”—the academic vocabulary, speaking, listening, and writing vital to success in college and career.
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6-12 |
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BrainStorm 
BrainStorm is a one-on-one mentoring program designed to build a district’s capacity while strengthening the literacy skills of young readers.
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1-4 (mentees)
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ID: voice: vision: identity 
This high school writing program targets all students—especially those who may have simply stopped reading, stopped writing, and stopped engaging with text.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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9-12 |
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Literacy Fun Express 
Literacy Fun Express offers small group instruction, hands-on resources, and engaging books to support after school learning initiatives.
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K-5 |
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On the Record 
On the Record™ inspires middle school students to read with skill, write with passion, and live with purpose. The program deeply engages students as they improve skills in comprehension and critical thinking, while putting their own voices on the record.
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7-9 |
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R.E.A.L. 
Mentors conduct a monthly read-aloud to increase reading motivation for students in grades K-7 and engage communities.
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PreK-7 |
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XBOOKS 
Providing the best in print and digital nonfiction and instruction, XBOOKS is designed to engage and motivate middle school readers.
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6-8 |
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Knowledge Quest! 
Designed for the Common Core, our curated, content-rich collections build the knowledge base children need to succeed—one read-aloud at a time. Each collection includes a guidebook with activities that help build vocabulary and comprehension skills.
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PreK-3 |
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Powerful Vocabulary 
The first vocabulary program to offer a systematic, teacher-directed approach to improving students' reading achievement
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, IDEA
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3-6 |
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Text Sets 
Help your students become proficient readers with these theme-based collections about the human body, the solar system, and other key domains. Each set includes instructional materials, including evidence-based questions, skills-building sheets, and writing prompts.
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K-6 |
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Word Forward 
Build both vocabulary and comprehension skills through engaging read-aloud literature.
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3-8 |
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ID voice:vision:identity 
A high school writing program that targets all students—especially those who may have simply stopped reading, stopped writing, and stopped engaging with text.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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9-12 |
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On the Record 
On the Record™ inspires middle school students to read with skill, write with passion, and live with purpose. The program deeply engages students as they improve skills in comprehension and critical thinking, while putting their own voices on the record.
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7-9 |
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Traits Writing 
This revolutionary new writing program from Ruth Culham will help every student become a capable, confident writer.
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K-8 |
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Brain Bank Guided Reading 
An independent reading program that brings science and social studies to life.
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2-5 |
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FACT ROOM 
Meet the demands of the Common Core with nonfiction and informational text.
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K-8 |
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Guided Reading Programs 
Complete programs in Fiction, Nonfiction, Text Types, and Content Areas created and carefully leveled by Dr. Gay Su Pinnell and Dr. Irene Fountas.
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K-6 |
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Leveled Bookroom 
A quick, economical, and organized start into leveled reading with collections of leveled books that engage students at the "just-right" level.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top
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K-6 |
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Leveled Math Readers 
Leveled Math Readers reinforce critical math concepts while building literacy skills
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K-5 |
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Momentum 
Independent reading libraries provide structured framework of leveled text and support materials.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top
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1-4 |
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ReadAbout: Content Area Libraries 
Science and social studies topics, with comprehensive lesson plans to teach students how to navigate
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3-8 |
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TRIO 
Scholastic TRIO is a series of themed reading collections with paired fiction and nonfiction that engage students at THREE levels of reading ability—below, on, and above—all in the same content-area topic.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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2-7 |
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24/7: Science Behind the Scenes 
Science Behind the Scenes features informative, content-rich titles for students reading slightly below level. Each book is presented in an accessible, easy-to-read format featuring real-life case studies, photographs, and captivating storytelling.
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8-12 |
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Accelerated Reader Collections 
If you use Accelerated Reader in your classroom, then these 50-book collections are the perfect addition to your Classroom Library.
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K-8 |
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Brain Bank 
Brain Bank features standards-aligned, content-rich texts that are leveled to ensure a successful independent reading experience.
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K-5 |
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Classroom Books:
Paperback Collections 
Create a rich literary environment, customize your curriculum, and meet Common Core State Standards with these unparalleled resources from renowned researchers.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title 1-A, Early Childhood
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PreK-12 |
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Common Core State Standards Collections 
Create a rich literary environment, customize your curriculum, and meet Common Core State Standards with these unparalleled resources from renowned researchers.
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K-8 |
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Core Knowledge 
Authentic children's literature supporting the Core Knowledge Curriculum. Each library includes history, geography, math, science, language arts, visual arts, and music titles.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I–A, Title–SIG, Title I–SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Education/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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PreK-8 |
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Everyday Literacy
Everyday Literacy is a nonfiction and informational text program by Dr. Gay Su Pinnell and Dr. Irene Fountas.
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K-6 |
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Laura Robb Classroom Libraries 
This collection helps develop students’ reading lives by increasing their desire to read and talk about books that stimulate their interests.
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3-9 |
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My Books 
Fiction and nonfiction book packs, paired with title-specific activity sheets expose students to rich narrative and informational texts.
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PreK- Grade 12 |
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My Books Summer 
My Books Summer offers fiction and nonfiction book packs, Common Core aligned Think Sheets, and Student Journals with writing prompts.
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PreK- Grade 12 |
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New Connections to English 
Language development and acquisition for English Language Learners through fiction and nonfiction.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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K-8 |
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Phyllis C. Hunter Classroom Libraries 
These classroom libraries instill a love of reading and build essential literacy skills. With a wide range of engaging fiction and nonfiction titles, the collection is designed to provide independent reading opportunities year-round.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/RTI
Downloadable Alignment (pdf):
Common Core State Standards
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K-9 |
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Phyllis C. Hunter STRETCH Collections
Expand recreational and independent reading opportunities for your students year-round with this contemporary collection of fiction and nonfiction titles.
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Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/RTI
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K-9 |
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Ready-to-Go Collections 
A convenient, cost-effective way to build a classroom library from the ground up
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K-8 |
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Scholastic Mini-Books 
A convenient, cost-effective way to build a classroom library from the ground up
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Scholastic Reading Counts! 
The only Lexile-based independent reading program that tracks students' success on the books they read, in and out of school.
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Funding: Title I-A, Title III, 21st CCLC
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PreK-12 |
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Text Sets 
Help your students become proficient readers with these theme-based collections about the human body, the solar system, and other key domains. Each set includes instructional materials, including evidence-based questions, skills-building sheets, and writing prompts.
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NEW! SCOPE COMMON CORE READER 
Designed by the Common Core experts at Scholastic Scope magazine, this 32-page best-of collection explores the theme of courage with complex, high-quality texts in 12 genres. Students are challenged to draw and analyze information from multiple texts to answer essential questions, write argument and informational essays, and complete quizzes modeled on PARCC and Smarter Balanced Assessments. Comes with online resources!
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6-8 |
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NEW! STORYWORKS COMMON CORE READER 
Designed by the Common Core experts at Storyworks magazine, this 32-page best-of collection explores the theme of survival with complex, high-quality texts in 10 genres. Students are challenged to draw and analyze information from multiple texts to answer essential questions, write argument and informational essays, and complete quizzes modeled on PARCC and Smarter Balanced Assessments. Comes with online resources!
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Classroom Magazines 
Scholastic Classroom Magazines cover the latest topics to enhance instruction in math, science, reading, social studies, and more.
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iRead 
iRead is the breakthrough digital program designed to ensure mastery of all foundational reading skills of the Common Core for all children in grades K-2.
Funding: Title I, Part A; Title III, English Language Acquisition; 21st CCLC; Race to the Top—Early Learning Challenge; Race to the Top—District; Striving Readers; Investing in Innovation
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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K-2 |
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BookFlix 
An online literacy resource that pairs interactive, fictional video storybooks with related nonfiction content.
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NEW! Core Clicks™ 
Core Clicks™ is a nonfiction reading program designed to support your ELA curriculum. Using multimedia resources, this web-based supplement
guides whole classes or small groups through multiple “reads” of engaging informational texts, going more in-depth with each encounter. Core Clicks gives teachers unparalleled support in building the close-reading and analysis skills that are essential to the Common Core Standards.
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Everyday Literacy
Everyday Literacy is a nonfiction and informational text program by Dr. Gay Su Pinnell and Dr. Irene Fountas.
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FreedomFlix 
These dynamic eBooks from the best-selling Cornerstones of Freedom series include pop-up maps, timelines, virtual tours, primary source videos, and audio clips.
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Expert Space 
A powerful digital curriculum that transforms the way students access and deepen knowledge in the content areas
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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Grolier Online 
Grolier Online is the most comprehensive source of nonfiction for student research with more than 120,000 articles and 340,000 weblinks. Includes videos, maps, magazine articles, world newspapers, and more
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Leveled Math Readers 
Leveled Math Readers reinforce critical math concepts while building literacy skills
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Investigators 
This program builds foundational science knowledge with science readers, interactive whiteboard technology, and cross-curricular activities.
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I–A, Title I–SIG, Title I–SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
Common Core State Standards
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K-5 |
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ReadAbout 
An adaptive, leveled, nonfiction reading technology program designed to work seamlessly alongside any core reading program
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Race to the Top, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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3-12 |
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TrueFlix 
TrueFlix leverages the award-winning True Books content to help students hone literacy skills, build knowledge in a range of subject areas, and cultivate 21st-century skills through the inquiry process.
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3-6 |
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WiggleWorks 
An interactive, beginning reading and writing program with leveled books and instructional materials to help all primary students become successful
FUNDING & ALIGNMENTS
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Investing in Innovation, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
IDEA/Special Ed
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Writeboard 
WriteBoard is Scholastic's NEW whiteboard program — it allows teachers to model the writing process, and students to study and apply it, using trait-specific tools. WriteBoard can be used for whole-class, small-group, and one-on-one instruction!
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, Investing in Innovation, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
Downloadable Alignments (pdfs):
IDEA/Special Ed
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XBOOKS 
Providing the best in print and digital nonfiction and instruction, XBOOKS is designed to engage and motivate middle school readers.
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Zip Zoom English 
Combines the power of technology with groundbreaking sequential books to develop critical language and reading skills in English Language Learners.
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding: Title I-A, Title I-SIG, Title I-SES, Title III, 21st CCLC, IDEA/Special Ed/RTI
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