K-12 Education

Interactive CS Courseware for K–12 Teachers — Built for AP and Beyond

Reduce grading time, increase student engagement, and get the analytics you need — at a price designed for K–12 budgets.

Why K–12 Teachers Choose zyBooks

Everything Your CS Classroom Needs

zyBooks combines interactive reading, auto-graded assignments, and deep analytics in one platform your students will actually use.

Interactive Content

Students learn by doing — animations, participation activities, and challenge problems built directly into the reading.

Auto-Graded Labs

Coding labs and assignments grade themselves instantly. Spend less time on grading, more time on teaching.

Student Analytics

See grade reports, time-on-task metrics, and completion data at the student or class level — all in one dashboard.

LMS Integration

Integrates with Canvas and other2 major LMS platforms. Grades sync automatically so your gradebook stays current.

Accessibility

VPAT documentation available. Designed to meet accessibility standards important to districts and administrators.

Security Complieance

We work with you through security review processes and can provide necessary compliance documentation.

SUPPORTED TITLES

Courses We Support

Most popular with AP Computer Science programs, with additional titles for a range of CS courses.

AP Computer Science Principles

Most popular

AP Computer Science A

Java-based

Programming in:
Python
Java
C++

IT

Data Science

Web Programming

We also serve these courses in Math

Pre-calc

Algebra

Geometry

How to Get Started with zyBooks in 5 Steps.

  • Step 1 — Create an Account
  • Instructors can sign up at learn.zybooks.com using their school email, or contact our team directly for guided onboarding.
  • Step 2 — Choose Your Title
  • Browse our catalog to find the zyBook that fits your course. Not sure where to start? Our team is happy to help you find the right match.
  • Step 3 — Tell Us More About Your Course
  • Reach out to your account manager with your course details (course name, duration, enrollment, and school setup needs) and they’ll handle the rest, getting your book ready for students.
  • Step 4 — School Gets Invoiced
  • Once payment is received, student access is set to free. We handle the billing paperwork. If students need to self-pay instead, just let us know.
  • Step 5 — Students Access All Year
  • Access lengths are configured when your book is set up and can range from one semester to one full year, aligning with the standard K-12 academic calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Product
zyBooks is primarily rooted in STEM: Computer Science, Programming, IT, Data Science, Math, and Engineering.
Our most popular K–12 titles are AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A, but K–12 instructors can use any zyBook in our catalog.
Each state and district has its own unique guidelines. Please reach out to your account manager for specific information.
zyBooks can be used as both, but it is most effective when used as required course materials.
Getting Started
Start by creating an instructor account at learn.zybooks.com. Once your account is set up, you’ll receive a welcome email from your account manager who will guide you through the rest of the process.
Technology & Access
Yes, zyBooks works on Chromebooks as well as any other laptop or computer.
zyBooks requires internet access due to its high degree of interactivity, randomization, and instant feedback features.
zyBooks can integrate with any LMS that supports LTI 1.3. This includes Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, and most other major platforms.
For Teachers
zyBooks are ready to use as-is. At minimum, we recommend creating assignments for your class. You also have the option to customize your book — rearrange the table of contents, reorder sections, rename chapters, or add your own content.
The instructor view lets you see scores, progress toward completion, time spent, login activity, and much more — all in one place.
If you integrate zyBooks with your LMS, grades will sync back automatically. Otherwise, you can go to the Reporting tab within your book, download reports as a QTI file, and upload them to your LMS manually.
We host regular webinars for instructors. You can also reach out to your account manager for additional support whenever you need it.
For Students & Parents
If your book is integrated with your LMS, students sign in directly through the LMS. Otherwise, students create an account and sign in at learn.zybooks.com.
Students and instructors both access zyBooks at learn.zybooks.com. The experience is very similar for both — instructors just have a few additional controls on their side.
When you set up your class book, you indicate your start and end dates — up to one year of access.
A student’s subscription lasts for the duration you set during adoption. If a student loses access due to forgotten login information, reach out to your account manager or email support@zybooks.com for help resetting it.
Pricing & Payment
We offer zyBooks at a discounted rate for K–12 partners. Please reach out to your account manager for specific pricing.
We offer flexible payment options: student self-pay, bookstore-distributed access keys, or direct student access where the school is invoiced on the back end.
We offer discounted pricing for K–12 partners and are happy to work with you on grant or Title I funding situations. Please reach out to your account manager for specifics.
Procurement & Approval
If your state or district requires approval paperwork, we will work with you to provide all necessary documentation to complete the process.
Support & Implementation
Once you adopt zyBooks, your account manager will ensure your course is ready to go. You can schedule an onboarding call or an LTI support call if you need help with integration.
Once you create an instructor account, you’ll receive a welcome email from your account manager. They will be your dedicated point of contact for everything going forward.
You can raise any questions or concerns with your account manager or by emailing support@zybooks.com at any time.