**RESCHEDULED EVENT TO SEPT 30. On Sept. 30, join Kwame Alexander + surprise guest authors for the National Literacy Pep Rally! A FREE virtual event for classrooms and families to celebrate reading. Register: https://tinyurl.com/bdea8e9v #FirstBook #KwameAlexander

Casey, an assistant principal and long-time First Book member, created a community of students excited to learn. Her thoughtful approach to choosing books that reflect her students' experiences helps them feel valued. Read her story: https://tinyurl.com/2bw7t7zn #FirstBook #CommunitySpotlight

Learn through play with Play-Doh! 🍎 Cassie from First Book shares 3 easy classroom ideas you can try today. Available now through our Book Bank—you only cover shipping and processing fees. Find it here: https://tinyurl.com/5ec4h6nd #LearnThroughPlay #FirstBook #PlayDoh

Hispanic Heritage Month is here! Explore the Latine Characters & Cultures section of the First Book Marketplace for stories that highlight voices across Hispanic communities+Spanish, bilingual, and award-winning titles. Browse: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vjc52 #FirstBook #HispanicHeritageMonth

First Book is proud to join Open Books, Open Minds: A Celebration of Reading & Literacy on Sept 18. Check out our virtual booth + book desert panel moderated by First Book’s Paula Willey. Register: https://www.libraryjournal.com/event/Open-Books-Open-Minds-2025

When 5th grade teacher Laura Ann brought the Time for Change Youth Challenge to her classroom in Anchorage, Alaska, her students took their real community issues and created ways to solve them. See the power of one educator sparking a movement. #TimeForChange

On Sept. 16, join Kwame Alexander + surprise guest authors for the National Literacy Pep Rally! A FREE virtual event for classrooms and families to celebrate reading. Register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/literacy-pep-rally #FirstBook #KwameAlexander

At First Book, we know how important access to books is when it comes to literacy rates. Educators: thanks to the Build-A-Bear Foundation, you can get FREE books on the First Book Marketplace with code B2SBOOKS15. 👉 http://bit.ly/4gcms4C #InternationalLiteracyDay

It’s #InternationalDayofCharity! ✨ Today, you can help change the story of children in low-income communities across the country. Your donation makes it possible to put brand-new books and resources directly into their hands. Ready to make a difference? Donate here: https://bit.ly/4paJ3Tw

$25 can go a long way on the First Book Marketplace. Every dollar stretches further, giving kids brand-new books and educators resources they can count on. 👉 Explore the marketplace here: https://bit.ly/3JHat33

David Pallash of LEGO highlights how educator insights from First Book shape Build the Change resources. Together, we’re bringing playful learning to under-resourced classrooms. Read more:: https://bit.ly/3HHwyhk #Education #LearningThroughPlay #Teachers

Calling all children’s book fans! Bid for the chance to meet Laura Numeroff, author of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, for a private lunch in LA! Proceeds go to First Book’s mission to provide children in low-income communities with books and resources. Make your bid: https://bit.ly/46cFCnw

Schools should be safe havens for every child. Our hearts are with the Annunciation Catholic School community.

New FREE resource for educators and program leaders: Empathy in Action 🌱 Get practical and creative strategies for helping students feel connected and supported in your classroom! Download today! - info.firstbook.org/EmpathyInAct...

Giving back to build "a better world;" last month our #MeridenTeachers members engaged fellow #CommunityChampions to distribute 10K books as part of our nat'l @aft.org's ongoing literacy drive. #ReadingOpensTheWorld @aftteach.bsky.social @firstbook.org

We’re gathering in DC on May 31 w/ authors & educators to discuss storytelling, learning & access to books. Join First Book & others at the FREADOM Town Hall and Rally to reflect on why stories matter & how we can ensure children have the chance to read them. - www.youtube.com/@dcpubliclib...

I am so proud that we have been able to host this amazing event for 2 years in a row! We're grateful for the partnership of @aft.org and @firstbook.org to support our local union in bringing this incredible opportunity to our community! #ReadingOpensTheWorld

We’re so excited to see this thoughtful #firstbookhaul bringing more voices and stories into the spotlight—so every reader feels seen and celebrated. Huge thanks to @katieinthelibrary on Instagram for sharing this beautiful addition to your library with us!

A galaxy of Star Wars scoops, secrets, inside info, and more awaits in The Essential Star Wars Insider Collection! Supports @firstbook.org | bit.ly/3ELaIrG

In honor of #TeacherAppreciationWeek, hip-hop icon Darryl "DMC" McDaniels shares a heartfelt message celebrating educators as the guides and champions who help students find their way. 💙 Watch and join us in thanking the teachers who are making a difference every day. #ThankATeacher

Educators & program leaders—join First Book today! Get low-cost books, free resources from our Book Bank, funding opportunities, and be part of a growing network dedicated to kids in need. Sign up now and start making an impact! - www.fbmarketplace.org/register?utm... #Educators #Books

We are giving away 30,000 free books today in Fairfax, VA through Reading Opens the World and our partnership with @firstbook.org.

Are you an educator or program leader working with kids in need? The First Book Network offers free and affordable books, funding opportunities, and a community built to support you. If you're already a member, share this with someone who could benefit! - www.fbmarketplace.org/register?utm...

We're honored to work w/ the @ushmm.bsky.social to equip educators w/ free, historically accurate tools to teach about the Holocaust. This comprehensive guide features adaptable strategies for teaching about the Holocaust, guidelines & more. Download now! - www.fbmarketplace.org/getting-star...

Theresa, a First Book member and founder of Grandma’s Love, is empowering kids to choose books they love! Through book vending machines in schools & hospitals, children get free, brand-new books by earning tokens for positive behavior. Read Theresa’s full story here! - firstbook.org/blog/2025/03...

Empower students to become changemakers! Join us for a free webinar with @firstbook.org & Ashoka on fostering student agency, problem-solving & leadership. Register now: bit.ly/vc25fba

🪄🌳Calling all educators, parents and 📚 lovers! Don't miss this free keynote webinar with Mary Pope Osborne, beloved author of THE MAGIC TREE HOUSE series, at the 2025 Share My Lesson Virtual Conference on Mar. 27: sharemylesson.com/webinars/key... @aftunion.bsky.social @firstbook.org

Thank you @firstbook.bsky.social and @pizzahut.bsky.social for granting my book wish for the AMS Library! This is just shipment 1 because I am slowly deciding which amazing books to get.