READ THE NOTES, AND LOOK AT THE PHOTOS BEFORE BUYING!!! .....These three common Core paperback books are in great shape for the most part. The only problem is around the edges has some scrapes, scratches, and slight worn areas. I haven't noticed any writing in the books. Look at all the photos for any reference. If you have any questions, just let me know. Have a great day, and God bless. NOTES PLEASE READ!!! .....The Reader's Notebook Grade 3 Vol 2 has been damaged at the bottom of the book. This includes the pages, and cover both back plus the front. At least one page has been torn. .....The Common Core Writing Handbook has blue tape with a students name on it. Some of the pages has writing in it where she answered some questions. The pages are bent, too.