Today is National Intern Day (it might sound like a fake holiday, but if there can be a National Lumpy Rug Day, then certainly we can celebrate the growing professionals of America)!  If you’re an intern with First Book, there are so many reasons to celebrate. Get to know… Read More

Games and Learning will create an online space where First Book’s community members can find, test, use, and provide feedback on educational games. Read More

It seems the only escape from this incredible heat wave we’re now experiencing is to curl up in a cool place with a good book. And we find our furry friends are no different! Scroll down to see our staff pets with their favorite books & to find out how… Read More

We had a great time at AFT Union’s TEACH Conference in D.C. this week! We presented a workshop and talked to wonderful educators at our booth. During our workshop, we discussed how educators can support children affected by trauma. Check out our recap below:… Read More

A “backpack build” is a great event to engage any group of volunteers who want to make a difference for children in need. At a backpack build, volunteers fill backpacks with books, school supplies, and other learning essentials. The bags are then delivered to kids who need them most! Hosting… Read More

We here at First Book want to help keep kids healthy, safe, and learning all summer long, so we have compiled a list of our resources for educators to ensure success for the school year ahead. Here’s our list of the top 4 resources educators and caregivers can provide… Read More

Today, beloved author and illustrator Eric Carle turns 90 years old. Throughout his career, he has inspired so many young readers with messages of encouragement, hope, and a celebration of the little things in our everyday world. In celebration of Eric, we asked our staff to share their favorite memories… Read More

As part of First Book’s OMG Books Awards, we are happy to showcase how our books are being used in Pueblo, Colorado! Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC) Pueblo is a coalition of business leaders and organizations committed to providing families with… Read More