A partnership for America’s classrooms
Great books. Big ideas. Free for your classroom.
School Boards for Academic Excellence and Tuttle Twins are putting a complete library kit in the hands of teachers who want students reading more, thinking harder, and understanding the story of America.
Takes about 2 minutes. For K–12 teachers and school librarians.
Better together
Strong academics need strong stories.
Two organizations, one goal: students who read well, reason clearly, and grow up understanding how a free society works.
The academic standard
SBAE equips school board members and educators to champion proven-effective practices and student achievement, so every child is equipped to reach their highest potential.
The spark that makes ideas stick
Through adventure, humor, and characters kids love, Tuttle Twins teach economics, civics, and American history, and the principles of personal responsibility and liberty behind them.
What’s in the kit
Everything a classroom library needs to start strong.
Hardcover and paperback titles designed to be read aloud, shared, and re-read, delivered to your school at no cost.
America’s History
Illustrated hardcover volumes that tell the American story from 1215 onward, in a format students actually want to open.
CONFIRM: number of volumes
The Tuttle Twins storybooks
A starter stack of paperback adventures covering law, markets, money, and more. Perfect for independent reading and read-alouds.
CONFIRM: title list
Teacher-ready extras
Discussion prompts and activity ideas to take any title from the shelf to the lesson plan.
CONFIRM: included resources
Why teachers say yes
Rigor your students will actually enjoy.
- ✓Reading that builds knowledgeNarrative nonfiction and rich vocabulary across history, civics, and economics.
- ✓Critical thinking, not talking pointsStories that invite questions and help students reason for themselves.
- ✓Zero cost, zero stringsNo subscription and no purchase required. Just books for your students.
- ✓Works for every shelfClassroom library, reading corner, or school library, ready on day one.
“Education is an issue best addressed at the local level, with teachers, parents, and board members working side by side.”
From the SBAE values statement OPTIONAL: swap for a TT / SBAE leader quoteHow it works
Three steps. That’s it.
Request your kit
Fill out the short form below with your school and shipping details.
We verify & ship
We confirm you’re a K–12 educator, then send your kit to your school.
Open, read, repeat
Put the books on the shelf and watch what happens when kids pick them up.
CONFIRM: fulfillment timeline (e.g., 2–3 weeks)
From a teacher who got her kit
“Having a set of Tuttle Twins books available to me for free to use in my public school classroom has been a true blessing. The stories provide a meaningful way to teach students good morals, sound economic principles, the value of meritocracy, and the proper role of government. I’m grateful to have access to resources that help bring these important ideas to life in the classroom and encourage students to think critically about the world around them.”
Claim your kit
Put these books on your shelf.
One kit per classroom or library. Request yours today and we’ll take it from there.
- Free library kit shipped to your school
- Open to K–12 teachers and librarians
- No payment information, ever
- Supplies are limited
Questions, answered.
Is the kit really free?
Yes. There is no cost to you or your school. CONFIRM: shipping is covered
Who is eligible?
Any K–12 classroom teacher, school librarian, or school staff member in the United States. CONFIRM: eligibility, per-school limits
What grade levels are the books for?
The storybooks are written for elementary and middle-grade readers, and the America’s History volumes work well for upper elementary through high school.
What will you do with my information?
We use it to verify eligibility and ship your kit. If you opt in, we’ll also send occasional updates from SBAE and Tuttle Twins.
Who is SBAE?
School Boards for Academic Excellence is a national network that supports school board members and educators in improving academic outcomes for students. Learn more at sbaenetwork.org.
Who is Tuttle Twins?
Tuttle Twins creates books and curriculum that teach children economics, civics, and history through story. Learn more at tuttletwins.com.