Build Home Libraries That Drive School Success Take-Home Book Packs
Even a Small Home Library Makes a Big Difference Access to books in the home is one of the strongest predictors of educational achievement. Studies 1 show that home libraries: • Improve academic achievement
• Increase reading volume • Improve student health
Even a single book can have a profound impact on academic success.
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Reading just five books during the summer can prevent a decline in reading achievement. 3 5 Books
A child who comes from a home with 25 books will, on average, complete two more years of school than a child from a home without any books at all. 4 25 Books
The likelihood of being on track in literacy and numeracy almost doubled if at least one book was available in a student’s home. 2
1 Scholastic Research & Validation. (2023). Home Libraries Topic Paper. 2 Manu et al. (2019). Association between availability of children’s book and the literacy-numeracy skills of children aged 36 to 59 months. 3 Kim, J. S. (2006). Effects of a voluntary summer reading intervention on reading achievement. 4 Evans et al. (2010). Family scholarly culture and educational success: Books and schooling in 27 nations.
Make an Impact with Scholastic
Scholastic Take-Home Book Packs have helped districts across the nation build home libraries that lead to measurable gains in the classroom.
78% of Students
4.6% Decrease
75% of Teachers Saw increased engagement in reading with Scholastic Take-Home Books. 3
Maintained or increased their reading levels from spring to fall after receiving Scholastic summer books and other learning opportunities. 1
In chronic absenteeism in Camden City Schools when they used Scholastic Take- Home Books and Scholastic Professional Learning. 2
1 Make Summer Count. (2016). 2 Scholastic. (2024). Camden City Schools Case Study. 3 Scholastic. (2023). My Books Every Day Pilot Program Survey.
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Based on four decades of research, literacy experts recommend these features for a highly effective home library: What Does an Effective Home Library Look Like?
10 new books over the summer
At least 30% informational texts
10 new books per quarter
Books that are in good condition
A range of reading levels
At least 30% of books published in the past 3–5 years
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We Have What Home Libraries Need Home libraries do more than drive reading skills. They give students and their families a window to the world. Our take-home book packs combine beloved titles with learning materials to strengthen families’ connections to reading, their schools, and each other.
New, High-Quality Books Every year, we review hundreds of new children’s books so you don’t have to. We pick the best of the best to refresh our packs annually.
Data-Driven Curation Using data from Scholastic Book Fairs and Clubs, our packs are filled with the most recognizable characters, engaging storylines, and relatable topics.
Deep Discounts Educators pay less than the cover price—guaranteed.
Complete Customization Create take-home book packs that meet your goals, your budget, and most importantly, your students’ interests. Work with your Scholastic representative to customize your way.
Learning Materials Many of our packs include support materials for students and families to enhance the home-school connection.
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Take-Home Book Packs Pack your home libraries with the very best books in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Whether you’re new to sending books home or looking to expand your efforts, we have the right book pack for you.
Year-Round Reading
GRAB AND GO ACTIVIDADES DEL LECTOR
GRAB AND GO READER’S ACTIVITIES
Grados 1–2
Grades 1–2
Fiction or Nonfiction
Fiction or Nonfiction
Book Detective A prediction is a smart guess. Look closely at your book’s cover, including the title, artwork, and author. What do these clues tell you about it? Before reading, write what you predict the book is about. After reading, write what you know the book is about. Title: Book Detective A prediction is a smart guess. Look closely at your book’s cover, including the title, artwork, and author. What do these clues tell you about it? Before reading, write what you predict the book is about. After reading, write what you know the book is about. Book Title: ____________________________
Book Detective A prediction is a smart guess. Look closely at your book’s cover, including the title, artwork, and author. What do these clues tell you about it? Before reading, write what you predict the book is about. After reading, write what you know the book is about. Book Title: ____________________________ Detective de libros Una predicción es suponer de manera ingeniosa sobre algo. Fíjate en la cubierta del libro, incluyendo el título, las ilustraciones y el autor. ¿Qué te dicen estas pistas sobre el libro? Antes de leer, escribe tu predicción acerca de qué se tratará el libro. Después de leer, escribe lo que ya sabes de qué trata el libro. Título:
BEFORE READING I predict this book is about:
ANTES DE LEER Predigo que este libro se trata de:
Start Building Home Libraries Grades PreK–8 | English & Spanish
AFTER READING I know this book is about:
DESPUÉS DE LEER Sé que este libro se trata de:
Boost critical-thinking skills by inviting your child to make thoughtful predictions about things other than books such as the plot of a TV show, tomorrow’s weather, or even the contents of a closed lunch box. Predicting is fun! Boost critical-thinking skills by inviting your child to make thoughtful predictions about things other than books such as the plot of a TV show, tomorrow’s weather, or even the contents of a closed lunch box. Predicting is fun!
Boost critical-thinking skills by inviting your child to make thoughtful predictions about things other than books such as the plot of a TV show, tomorrow’s weather, or even the contents of a closed lunch box. Predicting is fun! Motive las destrezas de razonamiento crítico invitando a su niño o niña a predecir sobre otras cosas que no sean libros, como la trama de un programa de televisión, el clima de mañana o el contenido de una lonchera cerrada. ¡Predecir es divertido!
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5 books with Family Guides and readers’ activities.
Expand Home Libraries & Family Partnerships Grades K–5 | English 5 books with an in-depth Family Guide, Student Journal, Teaching Guide, and digital resources.
GRAB AND GO DECODABLES ACTIVITY
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Word List
keep funny
eat
meal
free
sleep
leaf
teach chief
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speech
scream need
relief
TEACHING PHONICS WILEY BLEVINS
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SHORT READS DECODABLES
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READ TO KNOW T E X T S E T S
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>> Rabbits, Rabbits, Rabbits!
Informational: Retelling
Shared Content-Area Vocabulary ears fur tail Shared High-Frequency Words are eat for said some
Pet Rabbits Informational:
Expand Knowledge
Rabbit and Mole Based on Aesop’s Fable “The Tortoise and the Hare”
Adapted Fable
RABBITS, RABBITS, RABBITS!
Phonics Focus and Other Targets
Challenge Words
Two-Syllable Words With Closed Syllables (VC/CV)
Compound Words
baby hear kinds their
Use with Text Set 9.
absent contest hidden
rabbit rabbits
cannot sunrise sunset
Reinforce Foundational Skills at Home Grades PreK–4 | English
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I n space, I might keep a space log like this! SPACE LOG 1 I’m on a team with Neal and Joan. They have flown to space three times. The spaceship is fine with them. But I think it’s a tight fit!
SPACE LOG 2 It’s time to get going. 3, 2, 1... BLAST OFF! Flight suits shield us from the heat. Helmets keep us safe. But I must admit that I’m a bit stressed!
10 decodables or predecodables and phonics activities.
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Engage Families with Texts Read in Class and Then at Home Grades K–3 | English & Haitian Creole
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3 books and a bilingual Family Letter.
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Summer Reading
With someone at home, cut out yellow, red, and blue colors from magazines or catalogs. Glue each color onto the matching color cup. Or draw pictures with crayons or markers. by Alan Baker White Rabbit’s Color Book
Do you play sports? Learn all about different sports. Find out what gear you need and how to be safe.
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Raise & Maintain Reading Levels Over the Summer Grades PreK–12 | English & Spanish 5, 6, or 10 books, program guide, think sheets, reading journal, and optional workbooks.
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Punky s har T uiasoa
This edition is only available for distribution through the school market. shar Tuiasoa is a Polynesian illustrator from the island of O’ahu in the town of Kailua, Hawai’i. After studying fine art at her local community college, she headed to California, where she earned her BFA in illustration from Laguna College of Art and Design. When she is not in the ocean enjoying the vibrant culture of her home, Shar spends her time imagining and creating for her illustration business, Punky Aloha Studio.
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This edition is only available for distribution through the school market.
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School Readiness and Success
Engage Families Before They Enter Your District Ages 3–5 Years | English & Spanish
Family Guide
4 read-together books, bilingual Family Guide, journal, and family website.
Family Guide
Keep Families Engaged Through Grade 1 Ages 5–6 Years | English & Spanish
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4 bilingual books, bilingual Family Guide, journal, and family website.
Custom Book Packs
Personalize Year-Round Reading Grades PreK–12 | English & Spanish Meet your needs, your budget, and your students’ interests with hundreds of expertly curated books and add-ons, including skills workbooks, district letters, and totes.
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Learn More About Scholastic Take-Home Books
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Double Your Impact with Classroom Libraries Encourage students to read in school and at home with well-designed libraries in both spaces. Scholastic’s classroom libraries and take-home books work together to create an ecosystem of home-school support that builds stronger, more engaged readers.
Classroom Libraries and Home Libraries: • Align with your curriculum • Offer multiple genres, reading levels, and print and digital formats
Learn more at scholastic.com/ classroomlibraries
• Deepen the connection between home and school • Empower students to choose books that interest them
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