100 Amazing Books Under $5 for Your Classroom Library

The silly, funny, fantastic story of a boy who didn't wash his hands and the crazy consequences that ensue as he spreads a bit of grossness around.

Enjoy these very simple stories that teach hard-to-explain emotions, such as disappointment, that are so challenging for toddlers and preschoolers to control.

Meet Giraffe. Giraffe loves to laugh, but today is different. Giraffe is cranky! All of Giraffe's friends want to cheer him up . . . but is laughter the best medicine for such a grumpy guy?

Emily Elizabeth is taking Clifford to dog school. His teacher tries to show Clifford how to heel. But the leash is too short and she's swept off her feet. Then she tells Clifford to sit. He sits - on top of a passing stranger!

Red, Blue, Green, Yellow and Purple crayon try to guess what they will be able to create. When a diverse group of students finally puts them to use they get quite a workout as they work together to make a giant rainbow.

Unicorn wants to save stickers. Yeti wants to stick them everywhere!

Unicorn and Yeti love to roller skate. But will their roller skates work in the snow?

Unicorn blows bubbles. Yeti wants the bubbles to be bigger!

The familiar song gets a new twist in these silly energetic books.

Sniff is a dog. Scratch is a cat. And they’re best friends… most of the time! In these three hilarious short stories, Sniff and Scratch find creative ways to reach a pie on the kitchen counter, Sniff panics when Scratch gets stuck in a box, and they meet a strange new dog and cat just like them.

Marvin is very unhappy and it's all Molly's fault. She had no right to eat his apple. He saw it first. Now he's mad. He stamps the ground so hard, the earth cracks open and he drops down into a deep, dark hole. Good thing too; this sheep needs to cool down.

How many insects can you see?

In plain language, parents of a brightly colored rockfish share lessons about how to swim joyfully through life.

A silly read-aloud story with funny rhymes and hilarious illustrations.

This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!

A box is just a box...unless it's not a box. From mountain to rocket ship, a small rabbit shows that a box will go as far as the imagination allows.

Inspired by a memory of sitting in a box on her driveway with her sister, Antoinette Portis captures the thrill when pretend feels so real that it actually "becomes" real - when the imagination takes over and inside a cardboard box, a child is transported to a world where anything is possible.

Jack B. Ninja! Jack, be quick! Jack, jump over the bamboo stick! Secret mission starts tonight. Hide in shadow, out of sight.
In this imaginative ninja fantasy inspired by the classic nursery rhyme "Jack Be Nimble," cheer on Jack as he sneaks over castle walls, swims through hidden tunnels, and uncovers a secret treasure-all while avoiding detection. But when Jack unwittingly springs a trap in the middle of his mission, will he be able to use his ninja skills to escape the bandits and make it back home? 

Chock-full of absurd animal rhyme pairings, this book shows young readers that every animal has many special places to sit. 

If you give a pig a pancake, she'll want syrup to go with it. If you give her some of your favorite maple syrup, she'll probably get all sticky and will want to take a bath...

How does a tiny little tadpole grow up to become a happy, hoppy frog? This engaging story offers a perfect introduction to the life cycle of frogs!

Turn little pouts into big smiles! Mr. Pout-Pout Fish is nervously awaiting his first day of school, and he frets about not knowing how to write his name, how to draw shapes, and how to do math — until he's reassured that school is the perfect place to learn how to master all of these new skills.

Joing this beloved characters as Peppa spreads kindness by doing nice things for her friends and family.

Have you ever wondered what happens to a fiery comet as it races around our solar system? This stunningly illustrated story offers a perfect introduction to a comet's amazing journey and learn a little bit about our planets along the way!

Swim along with mermaid Vera and octo-kid Beaker! In these three stories, Vera and Beaker make a new friend with a powerful baby mantis shrimp. Together, they explore the town of Tidal Grove. Then they play fun underwater games! Young readers will love discovering Vera and Beaker's funny adventures and learning nonfiction information about mantis shrimp. Did you know that mantis shrimp are small but very powerful? They can punch the water to create shockwaves!

Ace polishes up her mountain bike and prepares for the big bike race! She oils the chain and tests the brakes. Then the race begins! But Ace's bike chain comes off the sprocket and then she needs to patch a tire! Will she be able to fix her bike and find her way to the finish line?

When Goldy takes responsibility for her actions, she makes a new friend (and a whole plate of turnip cakes!) just in time for Chinese New Year.

Biscuit wants to go to school. He wants to go to class, have a snack in the cafeteria, and hear a story in the library. Most of all, Biscuit wants to meet the teacher! But dogs aren't allowed in school. What will happen when the teacher discovers Biscuit?

Come along on an adventure through the rain forest. Along the way, you'll meet new friends big and small, see amazing sights, and learn all about the creatures that make their home in the rain forest.

How many ways are there to be an engineer? In this story that blends narrative and nonfiction elements, readers meet a wide variety of engineers that support our communities.

The simple text of Anna Kang and bold illustrations of The New Yorker cartoonist Christopher Weyant tell an original and very funny story about size; it all depends on who's standing next to you!

In this groovy story, Pete just can't decide which outfit to wear to school! 

This book celebrates the importance of making a nutritious meal and sharing in the process.

I am Groot can mean many things. I AM GROOOOOOT means that Groot is angry that he has to clean his room. I AM GROOT!! means that he"s happy to be hanging out with the other guardians. I am Grooooot means that Groot is scared. Where did his friends go? It"s up to Groot to save the day in this original story!

Precious pictures and simple, repeating text recount this puppy's efforts to reunite a lost teddy bear with its owner.

This autumn-themed book takes the traditional rhyme to new heights of silliness. It all starts when the old lady, known to many laughing children from her previous books, swallows some leaves. Then one thing leads to another, and she gulps down a shirt, a pumpkin, a pole, some pants, and some hay. Put together, what could all these items make? Kids will be calling out with excitement, guessing what's coming next!

Beauty is much more than how one looks on the outside. True beauty is found in conquering challenges, showing kindness, and spreading contagious laughter. Beautiful girls are empowered, smart, and really, really strong!

Siblings Mintoo and Chintoo welcome spring and participate in Holi, the Hindu celebration of friendship, forgiveness, and new beginnings.

David's teacher has her hands full. From running in the halls to chewing gum in class, David's high-energy antics fill each school day with trouble, and are sure to bring a smile to even the best-behaved reader.

David doesn't mean to get in trouble. It's not his fault. Most of the time, it's just an accident! Or maybe he forgot something. Whatever the situation, David has a really good explanation, and it will leave kids and parents laughing. 

Pete and his mom and his brother are spending the day at the seashore. Pete has fun collecting shells and building a sand castle until he gets too hot. Luckily there is a whole ocean for Pete to cool off in, but it looks scary. Pete's brother, Bob, offers to teach Pete to surf. Will that be enough to help Pete get over his fear of the water?

From the award-winning Peter H. Reynolds comes a gentle, playful reminder that if we keep our hearts open and look beyond the expected, creative inspiration will come.

Who will help the little red hen?

Get ready to laugh as a young ninja heads into the closet to meet the monster that's been so scary night after night! But what if things aren't what they seem and our monster isn't scary at all? What if our ninja hero is about to make a friend of strangest sort?

While children splash in puddles above, down below an earthworm delights in a rainy day. The lively comparison will delight preschoolers! 

Princess Truly is very curious! In these three rhyming stories, Princess Truly visits a museum and learns about dinosaurs and butterflies, she solves a mystery when her snack goes missing, and she takes a trip to outer space in a rocket ship with her pug, Sir Noodles.

What child wouldn't like to have a pet as special as Clifford the Big Red Dog! That's part of the secret of Norman Bridwell's successful series of children's books. Big, warm, red, and lovable, Clifford is "every child's idea of what a dog should really be!"-Elementary English.

Zoya can't wait to paint her bedroom a new glittery color. But Zoya can"t decide on just one color! So she decides she wants a fun, multi-colored room! Will Zoya — with her puppy Coco's help — be able to give her bedroom the perfect makeover?

Pete can't wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn.

Katie Fry is small but she's got a very big brain, and she applies it to solving mysteries! These simple, fun detective stories are perfect for beginning readers.

Is it time yet? This STEM-focused romp about pupation will tickle little ones who know how hard it is to wait.

It's bedtime for Plankton and Crabby! Crabby just wants to go to sleep, but Plankton has other ideas. Plankton wants Crabby to take a bath. Plankton wants Crabby to tell a bedtime story. Will Crabby ever get to go to sleep? With comic speech bubbles and full-color artwork throughout, Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske's early reader series is sure to be a hit with new readers!

A unique monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this picture book relies on the power of humor over fear, appeals to a child's love for creatures both alarming and absurd, and glorifies the scope of a child's imagination.

Pick a book. Grow a reader! With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork, these books will plant a love of reading!

Many claim to have caught a mermaid, but can you?

Swim along with mermaid Vera and octo-kid Beaker! In these three stories, Vera and Beaker go on adventures in their town of Tidal Grove. They explore a sunken ship, and Vera helps Beaker with an unusual octopus problem. With text from Stonewall award-winning author Kyle Lukoff, and bright, colorful artwork from artist Kat Uno, Mermaid Days is sure to be every young reader's favorite new series. Balancing easy-to-read-text, endless humor and charm, light nonfiction, and a loveable cast of 

Pick a book. Grow a reader! With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork, these books will plant a love of reading!

Bright photos demonstrate how friends come in different colors, sizes, shapes, and ages in this engaging take on diversity.

Pick a book. Grow a reader! With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork, these books will plant a love of reading!

It's raining and Little Critter remembers his raincoat but forgets his boots. At home he takes a bath but forgets to use soap. Young readers will chuckle and empathize with Little Critter as he struggles to remember what he is supposed to do.

Using hyperbole, puns, slapstick, and silly drawings, bestselling author/illustrator Tedd Arnold creates an easy reader that is full of fun. 

What would happen if a Tyrannosaurus rex and a Velociraptor met each other? What if they had a fight?

This colorful, fact-filled book presents an informative portrait of sea turtles, covering their traits as reptiles, their unique characteristics (such as shells and flippers), their habitats and movements, and their reproduction.

It's just another day in the ocean for Crabby and Plankton -- until they find themselves INSIDE a school of fish! This gives Plankton a fabulous idea -- he and Crabby should play school! But Crabby does not want to play. In four hilarious stories, Crabby uses funny wordplay to distract Plankton from teaching!

With a highly visual approach that mixes kid-friendly cartoons and engaging photographs, this series packs in the facts and is sure to become a favorite with newly independent readers.

Animated characters Fly Guy and Buzz add comic appeal to this colorful introduction to a host of subjects, packed with straightforward fun facts, humorous asides, and photographs throughout.

Branches books help boost reading confidence and stamina with easy-to-read text, high-interest content, and illustrations on every page.

When Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can't wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions. Lilly's fury leads to revenge and then to remorse and she sets out to make amends.

A creative spirit learns that thinking "ish-ly" is far more wonderful than "getting it right" in this gentle new fable from the creator of the award-winning picture book The Dot.

From a Velociraptor's sharp sickle-tipped toes to a T. rex's giant curved teeth, and from the body armor of an Ankylosaurus to the long neck of a Brachiosaurus -- discover what it would be like if you had one of these wild dinosaur parts! Readers will also learn what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur and why they aren't around today.

This Level 2 reader taps into children's natural curiosity about the vast world of space.

Ever since the first youngster in history had a pet, cats versus dogs has been a hotly debated issue on playgrounds and at lunch tables worldwide. Before kids can choose which animal they prefer, though, they'll need to get the facts!

This informative book gives children the full nonfiction experience, with simple text divided into chapters, a picture glossary, and unforgettable facts and photos.

Even as a child, Martin Luther King Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it—peacefully, with powerful words. 

This book will teach kids about the amazing variety of feet in the animal kingdom and their specialty functions! From cheetahs' fast feet to mountain goats' nimble climbing hooves, to flies' sticky feet! Each animal profile will include a photo as well as illustrations of kids with animal feet that are sure to make kids laugh!

Ramon nearly loses his love for drawing when his older brother makes fun of his work. Fortunately, his little sister sees his drawings in an entirely different way. 

He's quick. He's silent. He has five rows of deadly teeth. Chomp! Meet the shark — the fish who ruled the deep before dinosaurs roamed the Earth! 

The kids have no idea where they are going and imagine a doomed class trip full of ferocious animals, maniacal monsters, and scary aerial acrobatics. It's any kids nightmare - danger and homework everywhere! And then there's their teacher, mean Mrs. Green! Fortunately, the kids stop letting their imaginations run wild and soon realize they're in for a very fun trip to the zoo.

The moment they saw each other, Bean and Ivy knew they wouldn't be friends. But when Bean plays a joke on her sister, Nancy, and has to hide quickly, Ivy comes to the rescue, with her wand, some face paint, and a bucket of worms.

Cece and her friend Isaac learn about the opposite forces of push and pull, and create a treat dispenser for Cece's dog, Einstein.

Judy's figured out a plan for the most fun summer ever! But then she finds out her best friends have plans to go away for the summer. Plus, her parents are going to California and leaving her and her brother, Stink, behind with Aunt Opal. But a surprise adventure quickly turns summer break into a thrilling vacation. Get ready for a race like no other involving tightrope walking, Scream Monster riding, a treasure hunt for Judy's teacher, a midnight stakeout, and more. It's the best, never-done-before summer ever!

This compelling and easy-to-read format offers lots of cool facts about each of these amazing animals and a fun opportunity to decide who really rules the sea!

Judy Moody has a little brother nicknamed "Stink," and every kid who's attracted to the title will not be disappointed by Stink's smelly adventures and fun!

Lulu wants to stay close to her friends, but there are four different pods, each with a special talent ― plus mischievous trolls stirring up trouble! Will the Sprout Wings be fairy friends forever?

Stanley Lambchop is an ordinary boy. At least he was, until the night his bulletin board fell off the wall and flattened him. All of a sudden, Stanley can slide under doors, mail himself across the country in an envelope, and fly like a kite!

If you could have any ocean animal's superpower, whose would you choose? Outrageous and ridiculous illustrations accompany photographs and informative text in this terrific introduction to animal traits.

Branches books help boost reading confidence and stamina with easy-to-read text, high-interest content, and illustrations on every page.

This easy-to-read book lets kids guess which ocean predator really rules under the waves!

The true story of Chinese American siblings trained by their father to become famous musicians. One fulfilled his father's dream. The other fulfilled her own.

Steve is beyond excited about living two doors down from the Robinson family. He can't wait to meet Jackie. This is going to be the best baseball season yet! How many kids ever get to become friends with their hero?

Rosie, Phoebe, and Stella all share an incredible secret — when they travel to a place called the Magic Forest, they can transform into powerful creatures called Night Dragons. Once there, the friends must save the Magic Forest from an evil that threatens to banish nighttime — forever.

On the day that shocks the world, one boy just wants to find his dad. A powerful addition to the gripping I Survived series.

Meet “the human fish!” An introduction to the life and achievements of the remarkable Hawaiian surfer and five-time Olympic medalist who saved eight people from a shipwreck with his surfboard.

Georgina Hayes is desperate. Ever since her father left and they were evicted from their apartment, her family has been living in their car. Georgina has her heart set on improving their situation so when she spots a missing-dog poster with a reward of $500, the solution to all her problems suddenly seems within reach. All she has to do is "borrow" the right dog and its owners are sure to offer a reward. What happens next is the last thing she expected.

Mark Twain's classic novel, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, tells the story of a teenage misfit who finds himself floating on a raft down the Mississippi River with an escaping slave, Jim. In the course of their perilous journey, Huck and Jim meet adventure, danger, and a cast of characters who are sometimes menacing and often hilarious.

Being a teen is hard enough. But when you have autism, or your sibling is struggling with the condition, life can be a topsy-turvy ride. What happens when you come face to face with dating, parties, sports, body changes, school, and kids who just don't get you? Where do you turn when your sibling with autism is the butt of jokes, the victim of misunderstood social cues, and the one everyone thinks is weird?

An adopted African-American track phenom tried to outrun her demons in this second installmentof Reynold's Track series. “Another stellar lap” -Kirkus; A New York Times notable book.

A story of survival and of transformation, this riveting book has sparked many a reader's interest in venturing into the wild.