The librarian bringing books and digital magic to Cleveland students
When you picture a school librarian, you might imagine quiet halls, rows of books, and the occasional “shh!” But for Angela Husband, a Cleveland, OH-area school librarian, the role is so much more. She’s a mentor, a guide, and a connector – helping students discover…
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Classroom Book Talk: Using Sora for diverse reading support [Episode 1]
How can you create more inclusive, engaging reading experiences for every student? Let’s hear from another educator to find out! In this very first episode of the Classroom Book Talk podcast, join Andrea (@theliteracyjunky), a former teacher and current school librarian as she shares how…
Can’t get enough of ‘Finding Her Edge’? Try these read-alikes!
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist With the new Finding Her Edge adaptation hitting screens, now is the perfect time to read or recommend your students similar titles that have the same mix of vibes – from romance, to self-discovery, to some seriously heartfelt drama….
Royal-inspired YA reads for teens who love drama, royal balls & ALL the feels
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist Dear teacher, The time is now to send your teen readers on a trip back to the ballrooms of the Regency era, where scandal hides behind refined elegance, one wrong look can start a rumor, a single dance can…
Black History Month resources EVERY classroom needs!
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist Every February, Black History Month invites us to reflect on and honor the Black voices, stories, and lived experiences that shape our world. One of the most meaningful ways to celebrate both this month and all year long is…
Reaching emerging readers with technology that works
By: Angela DiBenedetto, Amanda Izuka-Lawman, and Carley Cook Every English Language Arts teacher has encountered one – likely in every single class. In fact, it’s safe to say there’s usually more than one. (And no, we’re not talking about dead dry-erase markers.) We mean the…
Your ultimate Sora rec list for the End of Year Sale: Stock up now!
The countdown to 2026 is on (we can’t believe it, either) – and so is your chance to refresh your school’s Sora collection at the best prices all year! The End of Year Sale is the perfect opportunity to add top titles and student favorites…
2026 reading resolutions start here: Save big during the End of Year Sale!
The End of Year Sale is going on now through December 31, making it the perfect time to give your patrons or students the gift of reading. Whether you’re making sure readers have something to listen to during holiday travel or preparing students for holiday…
Once upon a fall: New Scholastic fall 2025 titles for schools
There’s something magical about the start of a new school year. A pack of newly sharpened pencils, picking out a few fresh, blank notebooks, the crisp notes of fall in the air – in some ways, it feels like a new beginning (even though the…
Skill up with Sora! A month-by-month plan to boost student engagement
Do your students claim to prefer physical books to ebooks? Are they reluctant to try using a phone or tablet to read books for fun? Mastering digital reading skills and learning how to interact with digital text is imperative for students to succeed in higher…