
Mo-Love for Mo Willems
Posted In:For Educators, Our Bookshelf
May 29, 2020 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
May 21, 2020 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. Read More

Thank you, Teachers…for Everything!
Posted In:For Educators, Impact Stories
May 8, 2020 
It Makes a Difference
Posted In:Impact Stories
May 7, 2020 
“They’re so little.”
Posted In:Impact Stories
May 6, 2020 
Your Support Gives Hope
Posted In:Impact Stories
May 5, 2020 
Birthday Books and Butterflies
Posted In:Impact Stories
May 4, 2020 
New York Times: With Schools Closed, Bringing Books to Students in Need
Posted In:Impact Stories
April 23, 2020 
A Special ‘Thank You’ from Author Marissa Meyer
Posted In:Author Voices, For Educators
April 23, 2020 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

Penguin Random House Donates 750,000 Books To First Book
Posted In:Press Room
April 20, 2020