Stars Across Disney|ABC Television and Disney Publishing Worldwide Team Up to Inspire the Next Generation Through Stories Today, Disney|ABC Television and Disney Publishing Worldwide announced the seventh annual Magic of Storytelling campaign, which aims to donate up to 1 million books to First Book, a nonprofit that provides… Read More

There’s nothing quite like the imagination-inspiring power of books. Who doesn’t love discovering new worlds, swimming with mermaids, or simply saying good night? Story time is a treasured pastime for all, but many children may not have the opportunity to experience the magic of books. To spread the joy of… Read More

Mark your calendars! The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 50 this year! Can you believe it? It’s been 50 years since a little green and red insect with an insatiable appetite began his transformative journey. Can you remember the first time you read this book or the first time you read it to a… Read More

The wellbeing of a child extends far outside the classroom. Many caring adults have a hand in a child’s development – from parents and teachers to librarians and pediatricians. Here at First Book, we recognize the many different needs of all child caregivers and strive to meet all of them. With… Read More

Thanks to Vineyard Vines and Simon & Schuster, we’re part of the #WhalesForACause campaign. And it revolves around you! To get involved, all you need to do is pick up your favorite art supplies and start coloring! For every whale that’s colored and posted online,… Read More

Two years ago, First Book partnered with the NEA Foundation and Lee & Low Books to expand the Stories for All Project™, First Book’s initiative to increase the diversity in children’s books. As a continuation of our shared commitment to ensuring that diverse, inclusive books are both abundant… Read More

First Book recently spoke with Natasha Collins, social impact manager for Pizza Hut. Through April 22, Pizza Hut: The Literacy Project – the company’s global commitment to literacy – and First Book are partnering to enable access to books and educational resources, empower teachers, and inspire… Read More

Guest post from our partner, Every Child a Reader. Educators, it’s time for your students to vote! Every Child a Reader wants kids and teens to choose the winners of 11th annual Children’s & Teen Choice Book Awards—the only national book awards chosen by kids! We have tons… Read More

It all started last Fall, when we received a call from Zoobean, the creators of the Beanstack reading app, congratulating us on being chosen as charitable donation recipients for the Winter Reading Challenge 2018. Naturally, we were surprised and excited. More than 100 libraries all over… Read More

Kyle on ABC’s The View, 3/6/18. Kyle talked about the Magic of Storytelling campaign and what people can do to help support kids in need. You may have seen First Book president, CEO, and co-founder Kyle Zimmer describing how to post a “shelfie” to hosts Whoopi, Joy,… Read More