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See Marcus Grow - Classroom Case

See Marcus Grow - Classroom Case

Bring one joyful shared-reading experience to 25 children, with research-based educator materials included.

25 paperbacks • Educator resources • One language per case
$200.00 per case
$200.00 per case
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About the book

A story about curiosity, care and growing together

See Marcus Grow is a vibrant picture book that introduces young readers to the wonders of gardening while exploring curiosity, discovery, nurturing and growth. As Marcus learns alongside his grandmother, children see how both people and seedlings thrive with patience, attention and room to grow.

Classroom Ready. Priced for Impact. Built to Go Home.

  • Classroom Ready

    Each case of 25 is packaged for full-classroom read-alouds and large group learning sessions, so every child has a book in hand.

  • Better Value by the Case

    Single copies are $14. A full case brings your cost to $8 per book or less, with added price breaks as you scale, so your budget reaches more readers.

  • Lasting Impact

    These books don't stay on the classroom shelf. Every child takes a copy home to start or grow a home library, building strong early readers well beyond Read for the Record Day.

Made for read-alouds that build strong early readers

A vibrant story about courage and finding your own voice, paired with practical materials that help educators and librarians turn reading time into real back-and-forth conversation.

Why it works in classrooms, libraries, and group settings:

  • Built for Read-Alouds

    The story's clear themes of courage, confidence, and finding your voice give educators ready-made discussion prompts.

  • Sparks Learning Conversations

    Reading prompts and questions turn every read-aloud into the back-and-forth talk that builds strong early readers.

  • Flexible Group Use

    Ready for classrooms, libraries, literacy programs, and community reading events.

What’s included in each case:

See Marcus Grow - Classroom Case
  • 25 paperback copies in one selected language
  • Jumpstart Kids limited edition includes educator materials
  • Activity guidance and reading prompts in the book
  • Vocabulary and comprehension support in the book

Educational and product details

Format

Paperback · 32 pages

Use

  • Early childhood shared reading
  • Classrooms and literacy programs

Identifiers

  • English ISBN 9780593092675
  • Spanish ISBN 9780593092705

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    For over three decades, Jumpstart Kids has helped young children build literacy, language, and life skills.

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    Now in its 21st year, Read for the Record has put more than 3 million books into children's hands.

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    On February 25, 2027, millions of readers will open this same book on the same day.
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About the Author

Marcus
Bridgewater, known on social media as GardenMarcus, is also the author of How to Grow: Nurture Your Garden, Nurture Yourself. Media outlets that have featured his work include Vogue, Dwell, the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and
The Drew Barrymore Show. A creator, educator, motivational speaker, and plant enthusiast, he is also the founder and CEO of Choice Forward, a company that offers life coaching, seminars, and workshops. He lives in Texas with his wife, son, and a thousand plants.

About the Illustrator

Reggie Brown also illustrated the New York Times bestselling picture book Who Are Your People? (by Bakari Sellers), as well as Bros (by Carole
Boston Weatherford), Tacko Fall: To New Heights (by Tacko Fall and Justin Haynes), Santa in the City (by Tiffany D. Jackson), and the chapter book series The Magnificent Makers (by Theanne Griffith). The recipient of the California Arts Council's 2023 Established Artist Award, Reggie is passionate about bringing stories of Black children and families to life, one picture at a time. When he's not busy in his studio, you can find him indulging in his love for fantasy, superheroes, and science fiction. He lives in San Diego, California.

Book Dimensions and Detail

  • Publisher: Penguin Young Readers / Dial Books (Penguin Random House)
  • Cover: Paperback
  • Pages: 40
  • Dimensions: 8.5 x 11
  • English IBSN: 9780593857595
  • Age range: 3–7 years
  • Grade level: Preschool through Grade 2
  • Reading level: Lexile AD660L