Leveled Lit Classics | Public Domain Classics Library (Abridged + Original)

Leveled Lit Classics Library

A differentiated public-domain classics library built for real classrooms. Unlock once on your teacher device, then share a simple student link (or QR code) so students can start reading immediately—without accounts, logins, or email.

Designed to be privacy-focused, low-friction to deploy, and reliable even when school Wi-Fi is inconsistent.

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Free access includes
  • A Christmas Carol
  • The Great Gatsby
  • Peter Pan
  • The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
  • Frankenstein
  • Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

Why teachers use this instead of PDFs, Word docs, or Gutenberg downloads

Yes, public-domain texts are available online—but classroom delivery is usually the problem. Leveled Lit Classics puts both original texts and abridged tracks (where available) into a clean, app-like reader so students can actually stay in the text, on any device.

Readable, reflowing text

Kindle-style reading experience on school devices.

Differentiation built in

Original + abridged options where available.

Fast classroom deployment

One teacher unlock + share link or QR code.

Why teachers choose Leveled Lit Classics

No student accounts

No logins, no email, no rosters.

Privacy-first

Saved items stay on the device.

Offline-capable

Download books for weak Wi-Fi situations.

Works on school devices

Chromebook, iPad, Windows/Mac, Android.

Classics-focused library

Less “choice overload,” more rigor.

Low-friction setup

Unlock once, then share.

What this is (and what it is not)

This is: a classroom-ready classics library with frictionless student access and offline-friendly reading.

This is not: a full LMS-style reading program that requires rosters, student accounts, and ongoing account management.

Find the “just-right” titles for your class (Sweet Spot)

In real classrooms, readability and content maturity don’t always match. Leveled Lit Classics helps you filter and balance both—especially for mixed-ability groups and Hi-Lo needs (high interest, low readability).

Filter by readability

Use Flesch-Kincaid grade level ranges.

Filter by maturity

Match content suitability to age group.

Support mixed levels

Keep interest high while reading stays accessible.

Why this matters for older striving readers

Some students need lower readability without being pushed into “kid” content. When an abridged track is available, it can preserve the tone, themes, and age-appropriate stakes while making the text accessible—so students can participate in the same class conversations with confidence.

How it works

A simple teacher workflow: unlock once, then share the student link or QR code.

Quick setup steps
  1. Choose your access option: unlock a single title included with a companion Study Guide, or purchase a full-library license.
  2. On your teacher device: open the library, then Settings (gear) → Unlock → paste your code → Unlock.
  3. After unlocking: copy the Share link (and optional QR code) for students and save it somewhere reusable (Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, LMS, QR code slide, or a class doc).
  4. Students open the Share link once on each device they use. No accounts or logins required.

Devices and app install

Works on common school devices
  • Chromebook / ChromeOS
  • Windows and Mac (any modern browser)
  • iPad / iPhone (Safari or Chrome)
  • Android phones and tablets
Install the web app for faster access
  • Chromebook / Windows / Mac (Chrome or Edge): Browser menu (three dots) → Install app (or Create shortcut)
  • iPad / iPhone (Safari): Share icon → Add to Home Screen
  • Android (Chrome): Browser menu (three dots) → Add to Home Screen / Install

Offline reading and privacy

  • Download individual books for offline use inside the library/reader.
  • If multiple books are unlocked, use Settings (gear) to download all unlocked books for offline use.
  • No student accounts, logins, or email. Access and saved items live on the device (offline downloads, bookmarks, reading position).

Pricing and licensing

Compared to many per-student platforms that require rosters, logins, and contracts, Leveled Lit Classics is designed to be simple to adopt and cost-friendly. Most classroom tiers work out to about $1 per student per year, depending on class size.

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See current classroom tier pricing
  • Class (10–20 students): $15/year
  • Class (21–30 students): $20/year
  • Class (31–40 students): $30/year
See current school site tier pricing
  • School (Under 100 students): $100/year
  • School (101–200 students): $150/year
  • School (201–300 students): $200/year
  • School (301–500 students): $300/year
  • School (500+ students): $400/year

Pricing is designed to be progressively cheaper per student at higher student counts, while staying simple enough for quick purchase approvals.

Single-title access

Start with one book using a companion Study Guide that includes library access.

Browse Companion Study Guides

FAQ

Do students need the code?

No. Students use the Share link (or QR code) you provide. Only the teacher (or designated staff) enters the unlock code.

What should I do with the student Share link?

Copy it after unlocking and store it somewhere safe and reusable (LMS, lesson plans, or a “Student Link” doc). Many teachers also add the QR code to a slide or handout for fast student access.

What if a student loses access or offline books disappear?

The most common cause is cleared browser/site data on that device. The fix is simple: reopen the student Share link. If site data was cleared, offline downloads may need to be re-downloaded and bookmarks may be lost on that device.

How do renewals work?

Full Library Access renews yearly. You keep access during the active subscription term.