Our Library

A place to fall in love with reading.

More than a shelf of books — our library is a warm, welcoming space that builds confident, curious readers of every age and level.

Reading is the foundation of everything we do

Every student who joins Alley-Oop gains access to a carefully curated collection chosen to meet them at their level and stretch them just enough. We help each reader find the right book at the right moment — because the right book can change everything.

Featured Books

Grades 3-6

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

A heartwarming story of curiosity and belonging.

Grades 5-8

Hatchet

by Gary Paulsen

Survival, resilience, and growing up.

Grades 5-9

Brown Girl Dreaming

by Jacqueline Woodson

A memoir in verse about finding your voice.

Grades 4-7

Wonder

by R.J. Palacio

Kindness, empathy, and seeing beyond the surface.

Staff Recommendations

  • Because of Winn-Dixie

    by Kate DiCamillo · picked by Ms. Rivera

  • The Crossover

    by Kwame Alexander · picked by Mr. Lo

  • Esperanza Rising

    by Pam Muñoz Ryan · picked by Ms. Chen

Reading Challenges

  • Winter Reading Challenge

    Active

    Read 5 books before spring and earn a reader reward.

  • Genre Explorer

    Ongoing

    Try a new genre each month — mystery, poetry, science, and more.

  • Family Read-Aloud

    Coming soon

    Log 10 read-aloud sessions together at home.

Coming soon

Join our Book Club

A friendly monthly gathering where students share what they're reading, discover new favorites, and talk about the stories that move them. Ask us how to join when you visit.

Browse by Level & Age

Early Readers (Pre-K–2)
Chapter Books (3–5)
Middle Grade (6–8)
Young Adult (9–12)
Nonfiction & Biography
Adult Learning & ESL

Search our full catalog in the portal

Enrolled families can search every book by title, author, grade level, reading level, or subject — and see what's available — right from the portal.

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