© Amy N. Thomas 2006-2007

Many teachers students ask me where they can publish their own stories, poems, artwork and classroom ideas. I've compiled this list of publishers who are looking for educator's work. By using this list as a starting point in your search, I hope that you find a home for your writing. Submission information can change often, and some magazines stop taking submissions. This information was current as of July 2006.

TIPS: Before sending items for consideration, type them in business format. Then look at the website and previous issues of magazines (check school and public libraries). Write a letter introducing yourself and telling why you are sending the manuscript or artwork. Be sure to follow the directions (submission guidelines) for each company.

 
EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE
http://www.wested.org/cs/we/print/docs/we/jobs.htm lists job openings and allows for online application submission.

 
THE EDUCATION CENTER (Mailbox Magazine)
www.theeducationcenter.com lists current needs under “Submit Ideas” on their website. Payment is a $20 gift certificate.

 
MCDONALD PUBLISHING COMPANY, 567 Hanley Industrial Ct., St. Louis, MO 63144
www.school-tools.com is looking for freelance education writers with experience with 1st-8th grade materials. Pay is TBD (to be determined). Send resume and samples to the address above.

 
CALLIOPE, Cobblestone Publishing, 30 Grove St., Peterborough, NH 03458
www.cobblestonepub.com/magazine/cal
World history magazine for ages 9 and up. Send query letter by the theme deadline.

DIDAX, 395 Main St., Rowley, MA 01969
www.didax.com
References and resource books written by teachers to address curriculum topics. Looking for middle school math and anti-bullying. Send query letter, outline and resume.

MOO-COW FAN CLUB, P.O. Box 165, Peterborough, NH 03458
www.moocowfanclub.com
Educational magazine for ages 8 to 12. By assignment. Send resume or publication list, writing sample, and paragraph about your background.

HUMANICS LEARNING, 12 South Dixie Highway, Suite 203, Lake Worth, FL 33460
www.humanicslearning.com
Humanics Learning seeks manuscripts from professional educators. Of special interest are teacher activity books for Pre-K through Grade 3, curriculum-based and seasonal themes. Send manuscripts or artwork to Lisa Bankert, Sr. Editor, Humanics Learning, at the address above. (Copies only, please! Materials will not be returned. You will be contacted within six months if there is interest.)