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📣 Educators, it’s Back-to-School Bingo time!

How many of these squares can you complete before the school year begins? Share this with a fellow educator and compare notes!

💬 Tell us in the comments: Which square do you always check off first?

Here's to a great start to the school year!

A new school year = a new opportunity for students to discover the joy of reading.

For many educators, one of the biggest back-to-school challenges is engaging reluctant readers. The good news is that the right book can make all the difference.

From graphic novels and mysteries to stories that reflect students’ own experiences, First Book helps educators access the books that keep kids turning the page.

💛 Tell us: What book has helped hook a reluctant reader in your classroom?

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gbcXEo

Disability Pride Month is a time to celebrate the experiences, perspectives, and contributions of disabled and neurodivergent communities.

Books can help students see themselves represented, learn about experiences different from their own, and build empathy and understanding for the people around them.

📚 Explore our Neurodivergent and Disabled Characters and Cultures collection and celebrate the stories and voices of disabled and neurodivergent characters: https://bit.ly/4wdKYJZ

👀 Have you noticed something different?

First Book has officially launched our newly redesigned website and improved online experience!

We’ve brought together our Mission, Marketplace, and Community Platform together, all under one easier-to-navigate destination, designed to help members quickly find the books, resources, and support they need.

While the site has a fresh new look, the biggest change is behind the scenes! We’ve built a stronger foundation that helps us better serve our members today and continue growing our impact in the future.

Take a look around and tell us what you think: https://bit.ly/3TLnIo4

First Book | Providing Educational Materials To Kids in Need Join 600,000+ educators providing books and educational resources to children from low-income communities. First Book has distributed over 250 million books nationwide.

Need a laugh? July’s First Book Favorites feature funny books that readers love! Perfect for reluctant readers, these titles are sure to bring some fun to reading, all summer long.

What’s the funniest book you’ve ever shared with a young reader?

👉 Check out the Funny Books: https://bit.ly/4wPYnrz

☀️ How many squares can you check off this summer?

With fewer assignments and more time to explore their interests, summer is the perfect chance for kids and teens to find their favorite books to read just for fun.

Save this bingo card for later and challenge your young readers to see how many activities they can complete this summer!

Need some inspiration? Our Pleasure Reading collection is packed with engaging titles for every grade level: https://bit.ly/4vFOAU9

Happy 250th Anniversary, America!

Today is a great opportunity to help kids explore what it means to be part of a community, whether it’s through reading together or finding ways to give back. 🎆

💛 Tell us: How are you encouraging civic engagement in your classroom or program?

Find books to support these conversations in our Activism & Civic Engagement collection: https://tinyurl.com/yax246at

With the right tools and intentions, screen time can help kids build literacy skills and stay engaged in learning all summer long.

That’s why First Book partnered with Google Play to create a collection of Teacher Approved apps for kids ages 12 and under, shaped by what we’ve learned from our network of educators.

In this post, we’re sharing a few quick tips on how you can make the most of app time.

👉 Explore the full guide + the Teacher Approved app collection: https://bit.ly/4wp67k8

Don’t forget to share this with a parent or educator!

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What’s in your summer reading stack? 📚☀️

Summer is the perfect time to catch up on reading, whether you’re planning for the school year ahead or picking something up for fun. We’d love to hear what’s on your list!

👇Share your favorite summertime reads below!

We love seeing moments like this in our community!

With help from First Book and the LEGO Group, this retiring librarian made sure every student at one school went home with books and nearly five pounds of LEGOs each, keeping learning going at home.

👉Read more: https://www.timesnewspapers.com/webster-kirkwoodtimes/the-lego-librarian/article_b25ddf15-d870-4333-8608-c6d496403119.html

The Lego Librarian Students at Givens Elementary School in Webster Groves got a very special parting gift from Library Media Specialist Kendall Olsen, who retired in May after 24 years with the Webster