Best Distance & Online Learning Books of 2025

This Number Tracing book for Preschoolers is an excellent learning resource for kids aged 3-5. It contains over 100 pages of activities that progressively build skills such as number recognition, writing, and sequencing. The pre-drawn tracing lines and bonus materials such as finger counting and simple addition make it easier for kids to learn and have fun at the same time. The book is published independently and is categorized as a Children's Handwriting Book.

The Print Handwriting Workbook for Kids is a unique educational tool that combines handwriting practice with interesting science facts. Unlike traditional handwriting books, this workbook reinforces what's taught minimally in school while improving hand-eye coordination, patience, and self-control. The book includes over 130 pages with lots of practice sheets, and the font size is perfect for kids. The facts are highly relevant to kids ages 8-12, and it improves their general knowledge of important scientific facts. The easy-to-follow arrows and numbers for each letter make it suitable for both left- and right-handed kids. Overall, this workbook is a great addition to other handwriting workbooks for kids in grades 4,5,6 & 7.

The Homeschool Planner by Paper Peony Press is an undated homeschool planner designed to help create a sustainable homeschool plan. With 192 pages, it provides monthly and weekly plans, meal planning, goal planning, and academic tools. It includes a grades and tests log, attendance sheets, a reading log, a book wish list, a monthly goal planner, and a field trip planner. The beautiful hardback cover with gold spiral and corner protectors make it a must-have homeschooling book. Overall, The Homeschool Planner is an excellent tool for homeschooling, distance learning, and family organizing.

The Shift to Student-Led by Catlin R. Tucker & Katie Novak is a book that aims to help educators reimagine their teaching approach to create sustainable and rewarding workflows. The authors discuss traditional teacher-led workflows, examine their problems, and propose how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning can help place students at the center of their learning. This book is intended for K-12 educators, instructional coaches, and school leaders who want to create inclusive learning communities. The Shift to Student-Led is full of principles, strategies, and resources that can be readily implemented at any level.

The book "Mind Mapping: Improve Memory, Concentration, Communication, Organization, Creativity, and Time Management (Mental Performance)" is the ultimate resource on mind mapping, providing detailed instructions and examples on how to apply mind maps in various contexts, including note-taking, research, writing, planning, and more. The book also covers other visual tools like flow charts, concept maps, and cognitive maps. The author even delves into mind mapping with children, helping them think better, learn quicker, and remember more. Despite some low-star reviews claiming a lack of examples and poor image quality, the book offers over 50 mind map images and links to larger, more detailed versions online. Overall, this comprehensive guide is an excellent tool for enhancing communication skills and productivity.

Spelling Weekly Practice for 3rd Grade is a fantastic addition to any 8-9 year old's book collection. This engaging workbook is filled with 25 weeks of fun and interactive spelling activities, including word search puzzles, crosswords, and cute doodles for coloring. With a whopping 250 sight words and tracing exercises, this book serves as an important foundation to build upon for young readers. The high-quality paper and practically sized book make it easy to carry around and complete exercises on the go. If you're looking for a way to help your child become a spelling superstar, this book is a must-have!

The third edition of Engaging Ideas: The Professor’s Guide to Integrating Writing, Critical Thinking, and Active Learning in the Classroom is a must-read for higher education faculty and curriculum designers across all disciplines. The book provides a step-by-step guide for designing writing assignments and critical thinking activities that engage students with important subject-matter questions. The authors use leading and current research and theory to help readers link active learning pedagogy to their courses' subject matter. The book demonstrates how writing can easily be integrated with other critical thinking activities and how it can accelerate students’ growth as writers and critical thinkers. Overall, Engaging Ideas is an excellent resource for anyone looking to improve the quality of their teaching and students’ learning experiences.

Spelling Weekly Practice for 1st 2nd Grade Volume 2 is a fantastic resource for parents and teachers looking for an engaging way to help children learn essential spelling and phonics skills. The book is filled with 25 weeks of new vocabulary, puzzles, and fun activities that will keep children interested and motivated to learn. The cute designs and coloring opportunities make the book even more enjoyable for kids. The high-quality paper and answer key included are added bonuses that make this book a practical choice. Overall, this book is a must-have for any parent or teacher looking to give their child a solid foundation in spelling and phonics.

The Course Design Formula is a research-based instructional design process that helps instructors create high-quality online courses. Rebecca Frost Cuevas, an award-winning teacher and online learning expert, integrates best practices from cognitive psychology, instructional design, learning theory, and information processing theory to provide a clear, easy-to-apply process for designing engaging and effective online courses. Whether you're an experienced teacher or new to teaching, this book provides a fast track guide to becoming a transformational teacher. The Course Design Formula is a finalist in several prestigious book awards and is a valuable resource for anyone looking to teach online.

The Kids' Travel Guide - Italy is an excellent gift for any child interested in Italy or planning to visit the country. The book is designed especially for kids, with fun facts, quizzes, coloring pages, and a travel diary to keep track of what they've learned. It takes children on a journey through Italy, teaching them about the country's geography, history, landmarks, culture, cuisine, and even some popular Italian words. The book encourages children to expand their horizons and broaden their minds. The package also includes poster maps and dry-erase pens, making it an even more special and exciting gift.