Essential References
Stock up on the key tools to tackle middle school's tough homework assignments and research reports.

Good reference books help your child span the world and succeed at school.
Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White
If you have an aspiring writer or advanced student at home, invest in this classic great-writing guide. It's perfect for grownups too!
Everything You Need to Know . . . Homework Help Set
These handy reference books offer at-your-fingertips support for subjects including math, science, English, geography, and world and American history.
Gods, Goddesses, and Monsters: A Book of World Mythology by Sheila Keenan
Your child will meet the divine, heroic, and unknown in this introduction to world myths. Learn more.
iQuest Grades 6–8 Set
Make the grade with this handy PDA and study assistant.
Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Dictionary
Especially designed for students in grades 6–8, this makes a great choice to keep kids on level.
The New Book of Knowledge from Grolier
Enter a universe of knowledge with 24 volumes of designed-for-kids information.
Scholastic Atlas of the World by Philip Steele and Kelly Miles
Enrich and expand your child's geographical and cultural knowledge with a book that features 80 maps, hundreds of photos, and thousands of statistics. Learn more.
Scholastic Dictionary of Spelling by Marvin Terban
A great learning companion for struggling spellers and word-wizards alike! Learn more.
The Scholastic Rhyming Dictionary by Sue Young
Help your student through poetry assignments and more with this unique guide.
Developing writing and referencing skills, this writing tool features on-the-page indexes that make it easy for kids to use. Learn more.
Scholastic Kid's Almanac
Stay up-to-date with cool facts, figures, and the quick information your child can use for reports and more. Learn more.
Super Study Skills by Laurie E. Rozakis
Boost test success with a guide to strategic studying that offers everything from organizational advice to night-before-a-test routines.
Webster's New World Foreign Language Dictionaries
Support language learning with these student-friendly references your child can use to translate from English or look up an unfamiliar word.
Writing With Style by Sue Young
Tips on editing, reviewing, and polishing writing help kids grow into stronger writers. Learn more.
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