Author Archive: Gavin Stephenson

What Educators Want to Ask Presidential Candidates

Posted in: Focus on First Book

As the presidential debates begin to heat up, we asked educators what they would ask the presidential candidates. Here’s what’s on their minds: Their kids are coming to school hungry. “How will you help end, this year, food scarcity…specifically, food for kids during the summer when they cannot access free... Read more

The 2019 Estela & Raúl Mora Award Winner and Honorees

Posted in: Focus on First Book

In honor of her parents, The Estela and Raúl Mora Award was established in 2000 by renowned author and poet Pat Mora. The award honors libraries and programs that celebrate Children’s Day, Book Day, El día de los niños, El día de los libros (also known as Día), a family... Read more

How Educators Use “All Are Welcome” in the Classroom

Posted in: For Educators, Our Bookshelf

From arts and craft projects that inspire students to own their uniqueness to conversations of diversity and inclusion, several educators have used All Are Welcome to create opportunities for students to celebrate inclusivity within their community. Read more

“All Are Welcome” Into a Community of Reading

Posted in: For Educators, Impact Stories

For many students, the start of the school year can be stressful – prompting isolation, shyness, and learning obstacles. The most important part of an educator’s job is making students feel welcome. “I’m always looking for opportunities for our kids to experience that their work and their words do have... Read more

First Book STEM Book List

Posted in: Our Bookshelf

Children are riddled with curiosity from a young age. Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) spark an interest that create a lasting effect and inspire them to dive further into a lifetime of discovery. Here are a few of our favorite books – ranging from board books to young adult... Read more