Looking to place an order for your classroom? We’re here to help! In addition to working with your local bookseller, below you will find a list of preferred educational distributors as well as instructions on how to easily create a cost proposal request.
How do I order books for my classroom?
Step 1: Create a Wish List
Add the desired books to your Wish List by clicking on the heart icon under each title. When complete, click on the Wish List cart in the header to visit your full list. From this page, you can download your list as an Excel file or a PDF.
Step 2: Send your list to a preferred educational distributor
Contact your preferred distributor or local bookseller and provide them with your list of titles or products featured on this website. Contact information can be found below or you may Download a list of preferred distributors here.
Don’t have a preferred educational distributor? Contact your Penguin Random House PreK-12 Account Manager.
Step 1: Create a Cost Proposal Request
Creating a Cost Proposal Request Using the Wish List Function: From the Wish List page, you can download your list as a Cost Proposal Request Form.
Creating a Cost Proposal Request for an Entire Collection: From the collections page, click on the download icon and select Cost Proposal Request Form. (To personalize a collection, see “Wish List and Customizing Teaching Collection” FAQ here).
Step 2: Submit the Cost Proposal Request to your Account Manager
Follow the instruction on Tab 1 of the Excel document and submit your Cost Proposal Request to K12Education@penguinrandomhouse.com. Your PreK-12 Account Manager will get right back to you with your quote and instructions for ordering.
A Listing of preferred educational distributors
A to Z Books, LLC
A Certified Woman-Owned Small Business
“Our mission is to expand access to books for both children and adults. We focus on early literacy and intervention while also supporting readers of all ages, making it easier for schools, families, and communities to share the joy of reading and the opportunities it creates.”
Phone: 888-368-6742
Fax: 716-539-4004
Email: sales@atozbooksllc.com
Website: www.shopatozbooks.com
Mailing Address:
380 Woodward Crescent
West Seneca, NY 14224
American Reading Company
“Our mission is To Ensure That Every Student Can Read, Write, and Think On Grade Level”
Phone: (866) 810-2665
Fax: (610) 992-4156
Email: orders@americanreading.com
Website: https://www.americanreading.com
Mailing Address:
480 Norristown Rd.
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Bookworm Central
Bookworm Central supplies book fairs, literacy programs, and bulk book orders.
Phone: (703) 367-0045
Fax: (703) 367-9633
Email: info@bookwormcentral.com
Website: www.bookwormcentral.com
Mailing Address:
12193 Livingston Road
Manassas, VA 20109
Book Pal
“BookPal is dedicated to simplifying the process of buying books for classrooms all across the country. We offer a wide variety of products, ranging from children’s books to novels and assessment materials. We’d love to work with you!”
Phone: 866-522-6657
Email: support@book-pal.com
Website: www.book-pal.com
Mailing Address:
18101 Von Karman Ave, Ste 120
Irvine, CA 92612
Books 4 School
“Interstate Books4School is a nationwide supplier of Valu-Books and Trade books for infant through 12th grade. We are dedicated to budget-stretching prices, responsive service and speedy delivery of all orders. We have access to over 10,000,000 book titles.
Our experienced Books4School staff is happy to assist in locating titles, suggesting themes, helping build class sets, complying with special requirements, and answering all questions.”
Phone: 800-752-3131
Fax: 608-277-2410
Email: sales@books4school.com
Website: www.books4school.com
Mailing Address:
201 East Badger Road
PO Box 2237
Madison, WI 53713
The Booksource, Inc.
“We provide the education market with the largest selection of new and classic titles and classroom collections. We have over 30,000 titles in our catalog representing more than 150 publishers. Our staff has the expertise to ensure that our customers get the right books based on their needs. Our title experts know the books kids want to read, and they can help you put the right books in your students’ hands. We can provide personal assistance every step of the way to help you find the right balance for your classroom library. In every interaction with Booksource, you’ll find employees who have a passion for literacy and a passion for the company.”
Phone: 800-444-0435
Fax: 800-647-1923
Email: service@booksource.com
Website: www.booksource.com
Mailing Address:
1230 Macklind Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
Bound to Stay Bound Books — Our Name Says It All
“Since 1920, Bound to Stay Bound has provided schools and libraries with the highest quality children’s and young adult books. Every title is bound to the rigorous specifications of the Library Binding Institute, and all BTSB prebound books carry an unconditional binding guarantee, ensuring exceptional durability and long-lasting value. Our catalog of more than 18,000 titles features: Kid-Proof covers made from durable materials, original cover artwork faithfully reproduced, and A book summary printed on the back cover for easy reference. To further support your library, we offer: Convenient selection and ordering tools online at btsb.com or in print, complete cataloging and processing services, including FREE MARC records, FREE shipping and handling on every order, rapid order fulfillment from our extensive in-stock inventory, customized list curation and opening day collections designed to meet your unique needs.”
Phone: 800-637-6586
Fax: 800-747-2872
Email: btsb@btsb.com
Website: www.btsb.com
Mailing Address:
1880 West Morton Road
Jacksonville, IL 62650
Brodart Books and Automation
“Providing quality services from new school openings to ongoing special projects. Brodart’s school division custom-tailors services to help school libraries speed books to students quickly and efficiently. We deliver collection development services, plus online selection and ordering tools. Brodart has expert fund control, cataloging and processing options to suit any school, quick service and carefully selected recommendations.”
Phone: 800-474-9816, ext. 6784
Fax: 800-999-6799
Email: support@brodart.com
Website: www.Brodartbooks.com
Mailing Address:
500 Arch Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
Bulk Bookstore
“More than 20,000 teachers, schools and districts nationwide choose Bulk Bookstore for their preK-12 classroom books. Our catalog includes all currently published PRH titles as well as millions more from hundreds of publishers. All books are brand new and are offered at the guaranteed lowest prices with free shipping. Our friendly and helpful education specialists are available via phone, email and live chat on our website. Easily order online with your purchase order, p-card, credit card or PayPal.”
Phone: 877-650-5649
Email: emailus@bulkbookstore.com
Website: bulkbookstore.com
Mailing Address:
3330 NW Yeon Ave, Suite 230
Portland, OR 97210
Classroom Library Co.
“Established in 2011, our mission is to provide every student access to quality literature. Driven by a commitment to educational excellence, we are a premier online supplier direct-to-schools as well as a trusted partner to clients looking to bridge the gap between their products and the education community.”
Phone: 888-318-2665
Fax: 877-716-8086
Email: sales@classroomlibrarycompany.com
Website: www.classroomlibrarycompany.com
Mailing Address:
17970 Edison Ave.,
Chesterfield, MO 63005
CompleteBook.com
“COMPLETEBOOK.COM is dedicated to providing our customers with the very best in procurement services, pricing and delivery times for books, e-books, journals, databases and publications in all formats.”
Phone: (800) 986-1775
Email: https://www.completebook.com/contactus
Website: www.completebook.com
Mailing Address:
1200 Toro Grande Dr., Ste 200
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Dodge Learning Resources
“Dodge Learning Resources sells classroom books and materials at discounted prices.”
Phone: 800-395-2048
Email: resources@dodgelearning.com
Website: www.dodgelearning.com
Mailing Address:
PO Box 1150
Tyrone, GA 30290
Follett Content Solutions
“Follett Content Solutions is the largest provider of educational materials and solutions to PreK-12 libraries, classrooms, learning centers and school districts in the United States, and a major supplier to educational institutions worldwide. Follett Content distributes books, eBooks, Makerspace and hands-on learning materials, and audiovisual and digital resources through Titlewave®, the most powerful online collection development and curriculum support tool for educators. Follow @FollettContent on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).”
Phone: 888-511-5114
Fax: 800-852-5458
Email: info@follettlearning.com
Websites: www.titlewave.com; https://www.follettcontent.com/
Mailing Address:
1340 Ridgview Drive
McHenry, IL 6005
Gumdrop Books
“Gumdrop Books™ is here to help educators and learners find a path from curiosity to discovery with an amazing selection of books and learning resources. For 50 years, family-owned Gumdrop Books™ has been providing educational materials that help lay the foundation for children and young adults to discover, learn, and grow. We are passionately committed to delivering unparalleled product knowledge and customer service to schools and public libraries. By working with educators worldwide, we save them valuable time with our onsite presentations and convenient ordering options. As a major supplier and innovator in the industry, we execute and live by our motto every day… Exceptional Service, Unconditionally Guaranteed!”
Phone: 866-321-7199
Fax: 866-321-7199
Email: wecare@gumdropbooks.com
Website: www.gumdropbooks.com
Mailing Address:
PO Box 505/802
N. 41st Street
Bethany, MO 64424
Ingram Library Services Inc.
“Ingram Library Services is a full-service distributor to libraries of all types. We combine the largest book inventory in the industry with fast delivery, collection development services, cataloging and processing, music, video, and Spanish-language books for youth and adults–all available through our online collection development tool, ipage®. To learn more about Ingram, visit our Web site or e-mail us at ExperienceIt@ingrambook.com.”
Phone: 800-937-5300 option 2
Email: customer.requirements@ingrambook.com
Website: www.ingramlibrary.com
Mailing Address:
One Ingram Blvd.
LaVergne, TN 37086
Lake-Cook Distributors, Inc.
“Lake-Cook is an educational wholesaler of paperback books. Our target market is grades 6th through 12th in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. We specialize in classroom set quantities, whether you need 10, 30, or 300 copies of a title.”
Phone: (800) 677-6047
Fax: (847) 526-5810
Email: sales@lake-cook.com
Website: www.lake-cook.com
Mailing Address:
951 N. Old Rand Road, #114
Wauconda, IL 60084
LaSalle Company
“Your Catholic CCD curriculum and religious education warehouse–every book you need from 100 publishers, delivered quickly, with individual attention. Books, textbooks, Bibles, catechisms and resource materials to serve your every need.”
Phone: 800-348-2227
Fax: 574-273-4309
Email: service@comcenter.com
Website: https://www.comcenter.com
Mailing Address:
4315 Ralph Jones Ct.
South Bend, IN 46628
Libraria
“Libraria, formerly Children’s Plus, is a full-service book vendor with over 45 years’ experience, servicing schools and public libraries. Spreading BookLove one order at a time!”
Phone: 800-230-1279
Fax: 800-896-7213
Email: cs@libraria.com
Website: www.libraria.com
Mailing Address:
1387 Dutch American Way
Beecher, IL 60401
Mackin
“For over 40 years, Mackin, a Minnesota-based, family-owned company, has taken great pride in providing the highest quality, age-appropriate library and classroom materials for PK-12 schools, as well as Children’s and Young Adult collections in public libraries.”
Phone: 800-245-9540
Fax: 800-369-5490
Email: mackin@mackin.com; customerservice@mackin.com
Website: www.mackin.com
Mailing Address:
3503 County Road 42 W
Burnsville, MN 55306
Mrs. Nelson’s
“Mrs. Nelson’s has been providing books to schools and libraries since 1986 and is an expert at finding exactly the book you need at the lowest price. With access to virtually any book in print, you will be sure to find the right solution to your book needs.”
Phone: 800-875-9111
Fax: (909) 937-7833
Email: bookcompany@mrsnelsons.com
Website: https://www.mrsnelsons.com/wholesale
Mailing Address:
1648 W. Orange Grove Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
Perfection Learning Corporation
“Providing excellence in education since 1926, Perfection Learning has been a leader in curriculum solutions for grades K-12. Our programs cover the complete range of language arts skills and course areas with both textbooks and supplemental programs. Perfection Learning® is also one of the leading providers of trade books to classrooms across the country and delivers an unsurpassed selection of novels, nonfiction books, classroom collections, and literature-based teaching support.”
Phone: 800-831-4190
Fax: 800-542-2745
Email: orders@perfectionlearning.com
Website: www.perfectionlearning.com
Mailing Address:
1000 North Second Avenue
P.O. Box 500
Logan, IA 51546
Perma-Bound Books
Perma-Bound Books has been the top choice for librarians and teachers for over 70 years. “The strongest books you can buy” are school tough and library proven. We have developed our own patented binding process that allows the books you purchase today to last 7-10 times longer than paperbacks, as well as survive more circulations than trade hardcovers or other prebound titles. Perma-Bound has over 300,000 titles to choose from on its website.
Phone: 800-637-6581
Fax: 800-551-1169
Email: books@perma-bound.com
Website: www.perma-bound.com
Mailing Address:
617 E. Vandalia Rd.
Jacksonville, IL 62650
The Reading Warehouse
“The Reading Warehouse sells books and instructional materials to schools and libraries at the guaranteed lowest price. TRW will save you money! We carry over 6 million titles in inventory, offer fast shipping, and have the most educator friendly service in the world.”
100 Lamplight Circle
Summerville SC 29483
Social Studies School Service, Zenger Media, and The Writing Company
“Social Studies School Service is a publisher and distributor of high-quality educational materials. Through its family of innovative imprints and partners, they provide teachers and administrators with materials that promote critical thinking and informed action. We offer a wide range of products, from full curricula to supplementary resources.”
Phone: 800-421-4246
Fax: 800-421-4246
Email: access@socialstudies.com; customerservice@socialstudies.com
Website: http://socialstudies.com
Mailing Address:
10200 Jefferson Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
Steps to Literacy
“Our Mission is to partner with educators to ignite a passion for reading. In keeping with that mission: our team of Curation Specialists are all former educators. The Curation Specialists use their expertise to create libraries and custom book bundles based on curriculum, reading levels, genre, standards, and dozens of other customizable options. Our collective vision is to provide accessible and exciting books to children so they can explore the world, cultures and themselves through reading. We work with more than 200 publishers to ensure each collection is filled with high-interest and recently released titles that will encourage curiosity and a desire to read in every student.”
Phone: (800) 895-2804
Website: https://stepstoliteracy.com/
Mailing Address:
4 East Street
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Treasure Bay:
“Treasure Bay is a leading distributor of K to 5 classroom library books with a particular focus on books to support struggling readers, decoding practice, and family engagement in reading. We have over 50 carefully curated collections that will support your students and get parents engaged in reading support. Research-confirmed results of using our books include significantly improved parental support and increased reading scores, as well as students who are more excited about reading and engaged in learning.”
Phone: 800-476-6416
Fax: 916-771-0647
Email: Orders@TreasureBayBooks.com
Website: TreasureBayBooks.com
Catalog PDF: TreasureBayBooks.com/Catalog
Mailing Address:
PO Box 519
Roseville, CA 95661
