Why I Wanted to be An Author
Posted In:Author Voices, For Educators, Impact Stories
December 18, 2012 When I was a little kid, I wanted to be an author because I wanted to find one of my books on the library shelves. Seriously, that was my dream: a big “PE” (for PERL) sticker on the spine and everything. While I must confess that… Read More
Today is Read for the Record Day!
Posted In:For Educators, Our Partners
October 4, 2012 Today, millions of people all over the world will read “Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad”, by David Soman, as part of Read for the Record. Our friends at Jumpstart hold this event every year, bringing together parents, teachers, kids, volunteers, celebrities, political leaders and everyone… Read More
Work With Kids in Need? First Book Will Hook You Up
Posted In:For Educators
September 25, 2012 Hey! Do you work with kids in need? If so, then we have thousands of brand-new books for you! Spanish, English and even bilingual titles for kids ranging from ages 4-18 are now available through First Book. If you’re looking for fun and creative… Read More
Back-to-School = Books
Posted In:For Educators
August 27, 2012 Summer is over. The time has come to sharpen pencils, load up backpacks and find your new home room! And, as students around the country return to school, the one thing that their teachers all need is books. There’s no greater predictor of success in school – and in life… Read More
When it Comes to Books, Teachers’ Biggest Concerns [INFOGRAPHIC]
Posted In:Focus on First Book, For Educators
May 13, 2012 If you’re a teacher or program leader who works with kids in need, let us know what you think. Leave a comment below, or comment on First Book’s Facebook page. Read More
Read a Banned Book This Week
Posted In:For Educators, Our Bookshelf
September 26, 2011 This week is Banned Books Week, an annual event celebrating our freedom to read whatever we like. It’s not that we want to celebrate the banning of books, of course. What we celebrate is the power of books to convey ideas, even ideas that are shocking, controversial or… Read More
‘The Snowy Day’ Celebrates 50 Years
Posted In:For Educators, Our Bookshelf
September 22, 2011 One of our all-time favorite books, “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats, just celebrated it’s 50th anniversary! Because this book is so special to so many people, it’s one of the titles we carry on the First Book Marketplace. If you work with… Read More
Last Chance to Get "Llama Llama Red Pajama" for Your Kids in Time to 'Read for the Record'
Posted In:Focus on First Book, For Educators
September 20, 2011 On October 6, millions of people all over the world will read “Llama Llama Red Pajama”, by Anna Dewdney, as part of Read for the Record. Our friends at Jumpstart hold this event every year, bringing together parents, teachers, kids, volunteers, celebrities, political leaders… Read More
Los Angeles Author Events With Jane Lynch, Dave Barry and Deepak Chopra to Benefit First Book
Posted In:Focus on First Book, For Educators, Our Partners
September 15, 2011 If you live in the Los Angeles area, or will be visiting this fall, or are up for a road trip, you’ll have three chances to spend an evening with some amazing authors … and get new books to kids in need at the same time. Jane… Read More
First Book Friday: Summer Literacy Skills
Posted In:For Educators
July 8, 2011 Today’s guest blog post is from Susanne Sparks, an engagement manager at First Book. She’s passionate about leveling the playing field so that all children can learn, grow, and thrive. As a child, I was a voracious reader. My mother eventually decided that since I read books so quickly,… Read More