Translanguaging is a communicative practice of bilinguals and multilinguals, that is, it is a practice whereby bilinguals and multilinguals use their entire linguistic repertoire to communicate and make meaning (García, 2009; García, Ibarra Johnson, & Seltzer, 2017)   It is through that lens that we have partnered with teacher educators and bilingual education experts, Drs.

“Books are a students’ passport to entering and actively participating in a global society with the empathy, compassion, and knowledge it takes to become the problem solvers the world needs.” –Laura Robb   Research shows that reading and literacy directly impacts students’ academic success and personal growth. To help promote the importance of daily independent

The COVID-19 global pandemic heightened issues around mental health as adolescents found themselves anxious and isolated from their peers and other systems of support. Educators today are increasingly aware that their impact extends beyond the classroom, and they know that teaching with a whole-child approach is critical if they want their students to succeed both

In this inspiring book, founders of The Holistic Life Foundation Ali Smith, Atman Smith, and Andres Gonzalez describe how they have spent the past twenty years teaching yoga, meditation, and breathwork to thousands of at-risk kids in Baltimore schools helping them to develop deep reserves of patience, empathy, resolve, and—when needed—the righteous anger that fuels

Join Penguin Random House in celebrating the contributions of Black authors, creators, and educators. In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories about the history of Black America, being Black today, and essential novels by Black writers. Browse the middle school collection Browse the high school collection   Explore additional books by Black

The New York Public Library has announced its Best Books of 2022. Curated by NYPL librarians and staff, these are their top annual recommendations for kids, teens, and adults, including nonfiction, fiction, graphic novels, poetry, and books in Spanish. All of the books are available in the Library’s catalog. Below is a selection of Penguin

Are you teaching Computer Science? Here are some popular and recent titles from our extensive selection of books for the classroom that are available through the subject lists on our website, which cover artificial intelligence, coding & programming, computer education, computer science principles, cyber security, internet/the web, and entertainment & games. Here is a small

Expand your library’s eBook offerings with specially curated collections! Browse the book lists which are all available at special pricing through the end of the year and can be purchased through your institution’s preferred digital wholesaler. From First in Series, to Classroom Classics, to Graphic Novels and Books for Reluctant Readers, we’ve got something for

Join Penguin Random House Education at the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Annual Convention in Anaheim, CA (November 17th – November 20th). Visit us in Booth #825 to browse books by grade level and subject area, pick up free teacher resources, enter daily sweepstakes, and learn more about our classroom collections. Don’t miss our General

Public policy experts have been warning for decades that political polarization is leading our nation away from its patriotic ideals and toward the very real dangers of autocracy and nationalism. Contributing factors include the fall of traditional newspaper readership and the rise of social media platforms, which have resulted in a distrust of politicians and

We are honored to announce the Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards’ Michelle Obama Award for Memoir. In recognition of Michelle Obama’s long-standing commitment to mentorship and education, as well as her inspiring leadership in encouraging young people to discover the power of telling their own stories, this award grants a college scholarship of $10,000 to one

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month this November, Penguin Random House is highlighting the stories of our authors and illustrators who represent the Indigenous Experience.  Using #StoriesoftheLand, #NativeAmericanbooks, and #Indigenousreads, join us in putting a spotlight on the rich and diverse stories showcasing the important contributions and experiences of Native people. Here is a selection

By Kade Wells, Advance Middle School English Teacher and Founder of BuildingHeroez.com As Dungeons & Dragons approaches its fifth decade, its influence remains larger than ever. With more than 50 million fans worldwide, D&D continues to inspire fans of all ages with the power of collective imagination. “[In my time running games for students, I’ve

Are you teaching Math? Here are some popular and recent titles from our extensive selection of books for the classroom that are available through the subject lists on our website, including a wide range of Probability and Statistics, Arithmetic, Algebra, Calculus, and Geometry. Here is a small selection of the books available:   Probability and