Elizabeth Mariam TIMOTHY2025-06-242025-06-242024-12Kate TurabiaM.Schttps://repository.lcu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1006The progress of any nation largely hinges on the education of its citizens, beginning at a young age. No society can truly realize its full potential until its citizens are adequately educated, with the foundation of this educational journey beginning at an early age. A crucial component of this educational process is textbook procurement, which plays a significant role in assuring quality education in schools. This study therefore aims to explore Parental Perception on Change in Recommended Texts and Book Procurement among Primary School Pupils in Ona-Ara Local Government Area, Ibadan. This research work is based on two theories: The Theory of Perception and Social Learning Theory. This study employed a descriptive survey research design, using a close-ended questionnaire for a comprehensive data collection which the population of the study consisted of parents of primary school pupils in Ona Ara Local Government Area. The finding of the study revealed that the weighted mean score of µ = 3.06 indicates moderate positive perception of parental involvement in the procedures for changes in recommended texts. The weighted mean score of µ = 3.52 indicates a highly positive perception of parents regarding the factors necessitating changes in recommended texts. Also, weighted mean score of µ = 3.49 indicates a highly positive perception of parents regarding the influence of changes in recommended texts on textbook procurement behaviours. It was concluded that on average, parents tend to agree with the statements provided, reflecting a generally favourable view of how these changes impact their procurement behaviours, though there are some concerns, particularly regarding financial burdens and the challenge of acquiring new texts. They generally view the factors necessitating these changes favourably and agree that these changes impact their textbook procurement behaviours. However, there are some concerns, particularly regarding financial burdens and the challenges of acquiring new texts. It is recommended that schools improve communication and actively involve parents in decisions about changes in recommended texts to ease concerns and foster a more collaborative educational environment. Keywords: Education, Textbook, Perception, Recommended texts, Pupils, Textbook procurement Word Count: 300enEducationTextbookPerceptionRecommended textsPupilsTextbook procurementThesis