Chesapeake Press has just won the 2026 Spark Award from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators for Excellence in Independent Publishing for Children. SCBWI says "the professionalism and quality of the writing and art is an exceptional example of independent publishing.”
Chesapeake Press has just won the 2026 Spark Award from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators for Excellence in Independent Publishing for Children. SCBWI says "the professionalism and quality of the writing and art is an exceptional example of independent publishing.”
“Kids will not only learn about civic education in an engaging manner, but also find enjoyment in the learning process.”
—U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
We publish civics engagement material: books and podcasts for kids about American democracy.
Meet Fina Mendoza
The 10-year-old detective who solves mysteries inside the U.S. Capitol… and introduces civics to kids.
by veteran Capitol Hill journalist
Kitty Felde
Also available from:
Ingram, Follett, Brodart, Hoopla, Mackin, Amazon, B&N