BLOGS > SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
DK Publishing has created title collections customized to the International Baccalaureate (IB) mission and curriculum, along with guides to make lesson planning a breeze. Each collection was thoughtfully curated to support transdisciplinary understanding, inquiry, and international mindedness.
Shop all of the IB DK collections on Titlewave.
IB Collection: Primary Years Programme
This collection of 18 beautifully illustrated nonfiction books for Primary Years Programme (PYP) educators is based on the six transdisciplinary themes to support PYP teaching and learning. These titles will help to foster student agency, transdisciplinary understanding, and international mindedness. A free educator guide is also available, with lesson activities based around transdisciplinary themes.
Learn About the Books Shop the Set Download the Guide
IB Collection: Lower Middle Years Programme
Filled with expert, thorough, and fact-filled writing, this collection of 13 highly illustrated books is a boon for Lower Middle Years Programme (MYP 1-3) educators. The accessible content spans topics from extensive coverage of history to contemporary global issues such as climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic. The collection offers a free educator guide with lesson activities that emphasize and reinforce the “action-inquiry-reflection” MYP learning cycle.
Learn About the Books Shop the Set Download the Guide
IB Collection: Upper Middle Years Programme
These 14 photo-heavy books for Upper Middle Years Programme (MYP 4-5) educators are perfectly matched to core MYP disciplines. Each title was thoughtfully chosen to strengthen and support learner profile attributes. A free educator guide is available, with subject-specific assessment criteria, global contexts, and related concepts.
Learn About the Books Shop the Set Download the Guide
IB Collection: Diploma Programme
This collection consists of 13 titles from DK’s Big Ideas Simply Explained series. Each book in the series features clear writing and simple design to convey complex concepts in a concise manner, with wide-ranging content sophisticated enough for the rigors of the Diploma Programme (DP). The titles in this set include The Literature Book, The Ecology Book, The Movie Book, The Philosophy Book, and more.
Learn About the Books Shop the Set Download the Guide
 |
8 Steps to Creating a New School Library
January 21, 2025
Creating a new school library from scratch is a monumental task, but with the right vision and approach, it can become a vibrant hub for students and staff! During a Follett Content webinar, librarian Rachel Weatherford shared her journey of...
Read more
5 Reasons to Celebrate the Love of Reading with an Online Book Fair This Valentine's Day
January 20, 2025
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while it’s a time to celebrate love and affection, it’s also the perfect opportunity to ignite a passion for reading among students. This year, why not host an online book fair during the...
Read more
Choosing the Right Texts for Diverse Learners: A Guide for Educators
January 20, 2025
As a former classroom teacher, there are few things as near and dear to my heart as my collection of books. I’d be willing to bet that I’m not alone in that sentiment. But as important as it is to...
Read more
You've Been Virtually Book'd! Choice Boards from Shannon McClintock Miller
January 15, 2025
We love the Choice Boards Teacher Librarian Shannon McClintock Miller creates! If you missed any, explore Shannon’s curated collections below and discover new favorites for your students on a variety of topics.Wicked Themed BooksWorld Read Aloud DayTaylor SwiftDigital Learning Day...
Read more
Spring Break Reading Retreat: Embracing Online Book Fairs for Your Classroom or Library
January 10, 2025
As spring break approaches, it’s the perfect time to recharge and reflect on new ways to inspire your students. For educators, this season offers a unique opportunity to explore our online book fairs, bringing exciting, fresh titles to your classrooms and...
Read more
Stop Summer Slide: Keep Kids Reading with Follett Book Fairs
January 10, 2025
Summer break is a time for fun, relaxation, and a well-deserved rest. But for teachers and school librarians, it’s also a crucial period to combat “summer slide” – the loss of learning that can occur when students aren’t reading regularly. Our online...
Read more