Capstone Announces Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution Inspired Contest Finalists, Kids Encouraged to Vote Online for Their Favorite Character
Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, announces the finalists in its “Join the Revolution” student writing contest. Inspired by its action-adventure, sci-fi book series Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution, the contest invited students to... - April 26, 2012
Capstone Digital Announces the 2012 ACORE Grant Winners
Capstone Digital, developer of personalized literacy environments for students, announces the winners of its 2012 Arkansas Capstone Online Reading Experience (ACORE) grant. The ACORE grant program matches schools’ funding dollar for dollar towards the purchase of myON reader, a literacy... - March 16, 2012
Coughlan Companies Announces 2011 Fourth Quarter Grant Recipients
Minnesota-based Coughlan Companies, Inc., the holding company for Capstone and Mankato-Kasota Stone, Inc., is pleased to announce its fourth quarter grant recipients of 2011. Nine recipients were selected based on the positive impact they have in their communities with a focus on advocating... - February 23, 2012
Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution Inspires Nationwide Student Writing Contest
First Place Winner to Appear in Book and Win Trip to Tony Hawk’s Stand Up for Skateparks Event - February 18, 2012
Capstone Announces DC Entertainment License for Educational Markets
Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, has announced a licensing agreement with DC Entertainment to publish reinforced library hard covers and paper-over-board editions of the DC Comics comic book list. The license includes worldwide English and... - January 29, 2012
National Contest Winner’s Pets Featured in Latest DC Super-Pets Book
Capstone announces the publication of its highly anticipated new chapter book, The Amazing Mini-Mutts, which stars the pets of its nationwide student writing contest winner Cloey Nyberg. - January 21, 2012
Sylvan Dell Publishing Joins Capstone Digital’s myON reader
Sylvan Dell Publishing, publisher of award-winning science, math, and geography picture books, is the newest publisher to enroll in Capstone Digital’s myON reader, adding over 130 new titles to the myON platform. The addition of Sylvan Dell titles strengthens myON’s picture book... - December 07, 2011
National Capstone Contest Awards 20 School Libraries $2,000 in Books
Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, announces the recipients of its 20 Libraries Win $2,000 contest. - November 19, 2011
Coughlan Companies Announces Third Quarter Grant Recipients
Minnesota-based Coughlan Companies, Inc., the holding company for Capstone and Mankato-Kasota Stone, Inc., is pleased to announce its third quarter grant recipients of 2011. Nine recipients were selected based on the positive impact they had in their communities with a focus on advocating... - November 11, 2011
Capstone Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Customers at AASL Conference
Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) conference this week with cake, customer recognition events, and author signings. The conference will be held Oct. - October 27, 2011
Capstone Digital Wins 2011 EDDIE Award, myON reader Recognized for Educational Excellence
ComputED Learning Center honored Capstone Digital as a winner in the 2011 EDDIE Awards for myON reader, an online personalized literacy environment. - October 15, 2011
Capstone Webinar Previews New Fall Titles and Offers 1,500 Rewards Points to Attendees
Capstone is showcasing its new fall 2011 titles in a free webinar. - September 09, 2011
Capstone Digital Awards Grants to Improve Literacy in Schools
Capstone Digital, developer of personalized literacy environments for students, announces the recipients of its CARE (Capstone Assisting Remarkable Educators) grants, a program focused on improving literacy in schools. - August 25, 2011
Capstone Digital Launches PebbleGo Biographies, New PreK-3 Reading and Research Solution
Capstone Digital, developer of personalized learning environments for students, has launched its newest PreK-3 reading and research solution PebbleGo Biographies. - July 30, 2011
Mayors of Mankato and North Mankato Declare June 23 as “Capstone Day”
Mayors Eric Anderson (Mankato) and Mark Dehen (North Mankato) are declaring June 23 as “Capstone Day,” in honor of the company’s 20th anniversary. Capstone is a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services which inspire readers, support curriculum,... - June 11, 2011
Capstone to Re-Release Author Kate McMullan’s Myth-o-Mania Series
Stone Arch Books, an imprint of Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is bringing award-winning author Kate McMullan’s popular Myth-o-Mania series back into print. - May 19, 2011
Tony Hawk and Capstone Collaborate on New Action-Adventure, Sci-Fi Children’s Books
Stone Arch Books, an imprint of Capstone, has signed with legendary skateboarding pioneer Tony Hawk to create Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution, a new action-adventure, sci-fi series for kids. - May 14, 2011
Capstone Makes Membership in Colorado and Georgia Library Organizations Even More Valuable
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is making membership in the Colorado Association of Libraries (CAL) and the Georgia Library Media Association (GLMA) even more rewarding by offering 5,000 Capstone Rewards points to new or renewing members. - May 12, 2011
Capstone Digital to Award $2 Million in Grants to Improve Literacy in Schools
Capstone Digital, developer of personalized learning environments for students, announces CARE (Capstone Assisting Remarkable Educators), a $2 million grant program focused on improving literacy in schools. As a result of the massive cuts in federal government programs, including the Improving... - May 11, 2011
Cartwright School District Invests in Summer Reading by Giving More Than 100,000 Books to Students
Continuing its efforts to promote student literacy and encourage reading over the summer vacation, Cartwright School District in Phoenix, Ariz., is investing in summer reading by giving more than 100,000 books to its 18,000 students. Students in each grade level, from Kindergarten through grade 8,... - April 13, 2011
Capstone Names Ashley Andersen Zantop as New Group Publisher and General Manager
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, has named Ashley Andersen Zantop Group Publisher and General Manager of Capstone imprints Capstone Press, Compass Point Books, Picture Window Books, and Stone Arch Books. Andersen Zantop brings more than 20... - March 26, 2011
Capstone Debuts “Make Stuff” Section on Children’s Website CapstoneKids.com, New Area Provides Fun, Hands-On Activities for Young Readers
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, debuts “Make Stuff”, a new section on its website CapstoneKids.com, a free resource featuring safe and appropriate content for children. The new area of the commercial-free site provides... - February 17, 2011
School Library Journal and Capstone Partner to Offer Special Promotion to Subscribers
Capstone is partnering with School Library Journal to offer new or renewing SLJ subscribers 10,000 Capstone Rewards Bonus Points. - January 23, 2011
DC Super-Pets Books Launch with Nationwide Student Writing Contest
Picture Window Books (a division of Capstone) is proud to introduce DC Super-Pets, a new line of adventure books for young readers featuring thecrime-fighting pets of everyone’s favorite super heroes. - January 07, 2011
Capstone Donates $5 Million in Books to Books for Africa, Donation of 300,000 Books is Largest in Publishers’ History
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is donating 300,000 overstock books to Books for Africa, the largest shipper of donated text and library books to the African continent. - November 24, 2010
Membership in AASL Gets Even More Rewarding
Through Dec. 31, 2011, new or renewing members of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will receive 10,000 Capstone Rewards Bonus Points which can be redeemed for books with Capstone and their collective divisions. For more information, visit www.ala.org/aasl/joinnow. In addition... - November 20, 2010
Capstone Launches Blog, Sponsors Contest for Readers
Capstone has launched Capstone Connect, the official corporate blog designed to provide an inside look at children’s publishing and a forum for readers to share what’s on their mind. - October 23, 2010
Capstone Webinar Showcases New Fall Titles and Chance for Attendees to Win Author Visit
What Capstone Fall Titles Showcase Webinar Capstone is previewing its newest titles for fall from favorite imprints Capstone Press, Compass Point Books, Picture Window Books, and Stone Arch Books in a free webinar. Why Hot topics. Accessible text. Engaging design. These are just some of the... - September 03, 2010
Capstone Publishes Oil Spills Book, Proceeds to Benefit Gulf Mammal Rescue Program
For more information on this press release, visit http://capstone.presslift.com/capstone-publishes-oil-spills-book. - August 27, 2010
Capstone Acquires Educational Software Company Portage Interactive
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, has acquired Portage Interactive, LLC, an e-learning technology solutions company based out of Minneapolis. Founded in 1999, Portage Interactive has an extensive background in technology, product... - August 07, 2010
Coughlan Companies Announces College Scholarship Winners
Coughlan Companies is awarding scholarships to 19 full-time college students in Minnesota, Illinois and England, as part of its larger Community Giving initiative. The scholarship program includes Community Scholarships, presented to students majoring in specific areas of study, and Employee Dependent Scholarships, awarded to children of Coughlan Companies employees attending accredited institutions. - August 01, 2010
DC Comics and Capstone Collaborate on New Books Starring Pets of Our Favorite Super Heroes
Capstone imprint Picture Window Books, children’s publisher of illustrated fiction and nonfiction, has signed with DC Comics to create DC Super-Pets, a new series of leveled chapter books. The project will last through fall 2012 and ultimately produce 24 new titles for young... - July 08, 2010
Capstone Digital Unveils New Research and Reading Solution for K-3
Continuing with its focus to strengthen emergent readers’ literacy and research skills, Capstone Digital has unveiled its newest database PebbleGo Earth and Space. Designed for students in grades pre-K-3, PebbleGo Earth and Space supports the core concepts of earth science, space, seasons,... - May 20, 2010
Capstone Updates Collection Analysis Service, New Features Allow for More Customization Based on Librarians’ Needs
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, announces enhancements to its premium collection analysis service CollectionWizTM, a free, online tool assisting library professionals with their collection development and planning efforts. New features provide... - May 07, 2010
Capstone Goes Digital with New Apps and Games
Capstone Digital announces the release of its first interactive book for Apple’s iPad, iPhone and iTouch platforms, and the forthcoming release of a new game for Nintendo DSi. “This is an exciting time for Capstone. We’re collaborating with our publishing imprints to create new... - May 05, 2010
Capstone Announces Early Learning Initiative for Preschool Market
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, announces Capstone Early Learning, a new initiative bringing together toddler and preschool resources for the early childhood market. Launching with a new catalog and website, Capstone Early Learning spotlights... - April 21, 2010
Stone Arch Books Announces Sports Star Contest Winner, Voters Choose Winning Character to Appear in Sports Illustrated KIDS Graphic Novel
Capstone imprint Stone Arch Books, children's fiction publisher, announces the winner of its Create Your Own Sports Star nationwide contest, inspired by the publisher’s partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS. The winner was selected from more than 23,000 total votes cast from kids... - April 17, 2010
Coughlan Companies to Volunteer in Community During National Volunteer Week
From serving meals to the hungry to walking dogs at the humane society, employees of Mankato-based Coughlan Companies, Inc., are celebrating National Volunteer Week this week by participating in a variety of volunteer opportunities in the community. Coughlan Companies, which includes Capstone and... - April 14, 2010
Stone Arch Books Reveals Sports Star Contest Finalists, Kids Encouraged to Vote Online for Winner
Capstone imprint Stone Arch Books, children's fiction publisher, announces the top five finalists in its Create Your Own Sports Star nationwide contest, inspired by the publisher’s partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS. The contest invited students in grades 3-6 to create their own... - March 26, 2010
Wonder Woman Debuts as Newest Super Hero in Children’s Book Series
Capstone imprint Stone Arch Books, children's fiction publisher, announces the addition of Wonder Woman to its best-selling DC Super Heroes chapter-book series, based on DC Comic’s iconic characters. The first female super hero appears in four new titles from the publisher which are available... - March 14, 2010
Capstone Launches Professional Development for Educators
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, announces the launch of a new professional development program for elementary and middle school educators. Presented by a cadre of nationally known speakers with more than 20 years of product experience,... - March 03, 2010
Capstone Donates 3,400 Books to Doctors for Orphans
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, is donating more than 3,400 bilingual books to Doctors for Orphans, a nonprofit organization delivering aid to orphaned children in Latin America through health, education, and literacy... - February 24, 2010
Capstone Names Lori Benton as New General Manager/Publisher of Fiction Imprints
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, has named Lori Benton General Manager/Publisher of its fiction imprints, which include Stone Arch Books and Picture Window Books. Benton brings more than 30 years of experience in children’s book... - January 15, 2010
Capstone Launches New E-Commerce Website
Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, announces the launch of its new website www.CapstonePub.com. The website integrates all titles from the publisher’s imprints (Capstone Press, Compass Point Books, Picture Window Books, and Stone Arch... - January 09, 2010
Capstone Press Expands Popular High-Interest, Middle School Brand for Spring
Capstone Publishers imprint Capstone Press, publisher of accessible, innovative children’s nonfiction for beginning, struggling, and reluctant preK-8 readers, announces two new additions to its popular middle school, high-interest brand Velocity. Set for release next month, the new series... - December 23, 2009
Coughlan Companies to Award Scholarships to Local College Students
Coughlan Companies, Inc., the parent company of Capstone Publishers and Mankato Kasota Stone, Inc., announces a new scholarship program to assist full-time college students. Starting in 2010, Coughlan Companies will offer up to 16 scholarship awards in the amount of $2,500 each to qualified... - December 06, 2009
Capstone Publishers Names Paul Von Drasek as New Book Trade Sales Manager
Capstone Publishers, the leading publisher of children’s books in the U.S. education market, announces that Paul Von Drasek has joined the company in the newly created position of Book Trade Sales Manager. Von Drasek brings more than 25 years of sales experience in publishing to his new role,... - November 26, 2009
New H1N1 Children’s Book Available as Free Download
Educators, parents, and book lovers can get a free, exclusive look at a brand-new middle grade novel, Finn Reeder, Flu Fighter. - November 19, 2009
Capstone Press Books Rank #1 with Struggling Readers
Renaissance Learning Report Reveals Student Reading Habits - November 12, 2009
National Panel of Classroom Teachers Recognizes Capstone Publishers’ Products with Three Awards
Three Capstone Publishers’ products have been selected by a national panel of teachers as top choices for use in the classroom. Products from the company’s Capstone Press imprint and Capstone Digital division are winners of Learning magazine’s 2010 Teachers’ Choice Awards,... - November 04, 2009