Category Archive: For Educators

More Free Books for Teachers

Posted in: Focus on First Book, For Educators

As an educator or program leader serving children in need who needs books and supplies, you use the options at your disposal to maximize your students’ learning experience. You’ve just recently signed up with First Book… now what?  When funding is available through sponsors and partners, we’ll send an email to you to let... Read more

Mo-Love for Mo Willems

Posted in: For Educators, Our Bookshelf

From heartwarming stories featuring lively, unforgettable characters to virtual events connecting young creators to their wide imagination, all through May, we’ve celebrated everything Author Mo Willems. Educators and parents recognize the genius in Mo’s storytelling — how he introduces social concepts and provides solutions to various situations, all while entertaining... Read more

Combating the Challenges of Distance Learning

Posted in: First Book Community Highlight, For Educators, Impact Stories

Being an educator goes beyond the (virtual) classroom. Our First Book community of educators are tirelessly seeking all possible ways to connect with students and their families on a more personal level to combat the challenges of distance learning and help them realize no one is in this alone. “We’re... Read more

Thank you, Teachers…for Everything!

Posted in: For Educators, Impact Stories

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A Special ‘Thank You’ from Author Marissa Meyer

Posted in: Author Voices, For Educators

Teachers prepare each and every one of us for the road ahead in life — impacting our lives in a way that goes beyond the classroom. Our friend, Author Marissa Meyer — the brains behind The Lunar Chronicles series, has a message for each and every educator that have motivated... Read more

Educators Continue to Reach Students in Need, Despite School Closures

Posted in: First Book Community Highlight, For Educators

From online lessons to virtual field trips, the Covid-19 outbreak has completely changed how educators are reaching their students, especially in low-income communities. The First Book community of educators are at the forefront, providing kids in need and their families access to basic needs and resources through a wide range... Read more

First Book’s Empowering Women Book List

Posted in: Focus on First Book, For Educators, Our Bookshelf

March is Women’s History Month – a time of year that emphasizes the celebration of women who overcame obstacles to break new ground, change attitudes, and forge a path for others to follow. Countless women have fought to make the world a better place in a push for equality for all... Read more

When Holidays Aren’t Happy for Everyone

Posted in: For Educators, Our Partners

This post is written by guest blogger, Maria Collins, vice president of the New York Life Foundation For many, the holiday season can be a wonderful time of year filled with celebrations and family gatherings, time spent reminiscing about all the joy-filled moments that took place over the past year... Read more

First Book Calls on Its Community of Educators to Promote Respect and Empathy

Posted in: Focus on First Book, For Educators

A lack of respect and empathy increases the possibility for disputes to occur, challenging a child’s ability to step into the shoes of another person and experience the world through that perspective. At First Book, we recognize educators require support to eliminate educational barriers like these that prevent kids from... 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