Give the Gift of Reading! Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Season’s Readings! The holiday season is here, and there’s no better gift than one that inspires a love of reading. Whether you’re shopping for an emerging reader or an advanced learner, Pioneer Valley Books has the perfect gifts to make reading a joyful experience.

Explore our Holiday Gift Guide to discover the perfect gifts to spark curiosity and make reading magical this holiday season. From enchanting storybooks to skill-building literacy treasures, each gift is crafted to bring joy, wonder, and confidence to young readers.

Best Gifts for Early Readers

Start off strong this holiday season with the perfect pair: MyCodables decodable book sets and their cuddly plush companions! These charming decodable books come alive as readers build connections and snuggle up to their new stuffie friend. Parents and teachers can relax knowing that learning and fun go hand in hand as students gain the phonics skill practice they need.

 

What’s more fun than a holiday-themed book this time of year? Our Little Elf books and wintry character adventures are a festive way to add a little seasonal flair to your reading time.

 

 

Don’t forget your earliest learners! Gifts like colorful magnetic letters, engaging lap books, and Bella and Rosie’s adorable ABC books are perfect for sparking curiosity and creating a joyful foundation for reading. These captivating books and interactive tools bring letters to life, making the journey to literacy a merry adventure right from the start!

 

Best Books for Intermediate/Fluent Readers

Every child has a passionate interest, whether it’s space, horses, volcanos, or something totally out of the ordinary! This season, celebrate those interests with our Knowledge-Building Text Sets, curated collections of books centered around a common theme.

 

 

Or cozy up with our graphic novels—full of myths and mystery!—to spark their interest in reading.

 

 

Transitional and fluent readers will enjoy the engaging books from our Lantern Fiction collection. These books serve as mirrors reflecting their own experiences and windows to new worlds around them.

 

 

TIP: Take-home book bags make great reusable gift bags for books! Choose a fun pattern or get the whole set!

Grab Bag

Do your kids have a favorite PVB character? Seasoned readers of Pioneer Valley Books adore our lovable characters, and what better way to support their interests than with a snuggly plushie pal?

 

 

Looking for a stocking stuffer or a small classroom reward? Our Tiny Treasures—bite-sized 4”x4” books—are the perfect gift! Add in stickers, bookmarks, a writing journal with a fun pen, or a cheery book light to make your reader’s day!

 

 

Pass the popcorn and pour the cocoa! POP games bring merrymaking to learning with five different literacy focuses.

 

Gifts for Teachers

The teacher in your life deserves a sprinkle of holiday cheer too! Evergreen gifts like a gift card to a local bookstore or coffee shop are sure to bring a smile—and who doesn’t love a tasty treat? Don’t forget a heartfelt handwritten note to let them know their impact matters. Feeling extra generous? Brighten their classroom library with one of our grade-level collections.

 

Want to gift a teacher or tutor the tools to support an individual student? Our Word Study Single Sets come packed with everything needed to help kids build essential phonics, reading, and writing skills—all in an easy-to-carry bag.

 

  

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This holiday season, we are honored to share in the gift of literacy and the magic of stories that inspire a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for choosing to shop with us and spread the joy of learning!