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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 18h

#HeroesOfTheWeek Aja & Zack from Monterey Bay are so grateful for the 196 free books they got at our #BookBank to grow their school & classroom libraries, & for their students to build their personal libraries.

Thank you, Aja & Zach, for helping us give more books to the children who need them most

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 2d

Our October #Newsletter is out with the latest #BooksBank news, #BannedBooksWeek and #FilipinoAmericanHeritageMonth celebrations, and our #ResourceSpotlight!

#SignUp for our monthly Book Bank News and learn more about our mission and impact. Check the link in bio to read and subscribe!

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 3d

Celebrate the power of books and reading with the beautiful “Ogilvy” by local author @underwoodwriter.bsky.social and illustrator #T.L.Mcbeth

This adorable, rhyming story shows us that we don’t need to be defined or limited by how we dress, and can be friends with anyone, no matter what they wear

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 7d

#HeroOfTheWeek Nancy from #GoodSamaritan in SF is thankful for the beautiful books she got at our #BookBank for newcomer students to enjoy stories while they learn English

Thank you, Nancy, for your thoughtfulness and hard work in bringing these books to the children who need them in our community!

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 9d

#BannedBooksWeek starts on Oct. 5th, and we're reading for our rights with great titles that allow children to see themselves, understand others, and discover the world

Help us give more of these wonderful books to children who need them by donating a copy (or two) from our #BannedBooksWeekWishlist

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 10d

We have so many lovely books to celebrate #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth, and today we are enjoying “El rescatador de plantas” by author/illustrator Matthew Rivera!

Una adorable historia que nos enseña a ser responsables y usar los recursos que tenemos a la mano para aprender y crecer.🪴⭐💙

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 16d

We're so grateful to our friends at the #TheCollectiveBookStudio for donating 373 beautiful new and bilingual books for the children who need them for literacy, learning, and life.💙📚⭐

Thank you so much, #CollectiveBookStudio team, for this generous donation and your ongoing support for our mission!

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 17d

Celebrate #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth with #LosDeseosdeCarmela by #MattdelaPeña & #ChristianRobinson

Una bella historia, que con sus hermosas ilustraciones nos lleva en un viaje a través de un día especial en la vida de Carmela, su familia, comunidad y los deseos más profundos de su corazón.

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 21d

#HeroOfTheWeek: Sharon Pizer ran a #ChildrensBookDrive at #CottonwoodCreekSchool & delivered 625 beautiful books for the children who need them most in our communities!
Thank you, Sharon, & everyone who participated in this amazing #BookDrive, for helping us give free books to children who need them

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 23d

For #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth, we're reading some of our most loved titles by and about fabulous #LatinAmerican artists, illustrators, and change makers.

Help us give away even more of these wonderful books by donating your favorites from our curated #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth WISHLIST! ❤️📚⭐

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 24d

Celebrate #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth with #LosMariachisdeAdela by @denisevegabooks.bsky.social & artist #ErikaRodriguezMedina

Una fabulosa historia, llena de música, familia y diversión, con increíbles ilustraciones que nos dejan admirar a los mariachis y a la pequeña que quiere ser parte de ellos

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · 28d

#HeroOfTheWeek: Mrs. Wade Thompson got free books to help the teachers at Bessie Carmichael Elementary build their classroom libraries!

Thank you, Mrs. Wade Thompson, for all your support throughout the years, and for bringing so many books to the children who need them most in our communities.

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Sep 10

All month long, our longtime supporters #ColeHardware are collecting new and like-new titles in their annual #ChildrensBookDrive their little red wagons-and spare change at the register!

Help us fulfill our mission next time you shop at your favorite #ColeHardware location in the Bay Area!

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Sep 9

We're starting our #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth celebration early with “The Chupacabra Ate the Candelabra” by author Marc Tyler Nobleman and illustrator Ana Aranda.

With beautiful art, this hilarious and whimsical turn on a classic tale empowers children to overcome their fears and make new friends.

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Sep 5

Our Hero of the Week: William ran a #ChildrensBookDrive at his school and collected over 200 books for kids who need books!

Thank you, William, and everyone who participated in this #ChildrensBookDrive—you're helping build readers and change lives!

Link in bio for more info!

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Sep 3

Our September #Newsletter is out with the latest #BookBankNews, #LatinAmericanHeritageMonth celebration, and a call to help us fulfill our mission by running a #ChildrensBookDrive!

#SignUp for our monthly Book Bank News and learn more about our mission and impact. Link in bio to read and subscribe!

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Sep 2

#LatinAmericanHeritageMonth is nearby & we’re celebrating early with “Un graznido en español” by @writebetween.bsky.social & artist @rominagalotta.bsky.social

Una adorable historia que nos ayuda a sobreponernos a nuestros obstáculos y nos enseña que con amor y paciencia podemos lograr entendernos💚

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 29

Our Hero of the Week: 3rd grade teacher Shawndrea from Fairview Elementary in Fairfield CA was thrilled got 68 beautiful, free books for her students to enjoy with their friends!

Thank you, Shawndrea, for helping us give great books to the children who need them most in our communities.

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 27

We're thankful for our friends at @candlewickpress, who donated 272 new board books in Spanish for the children we serve.

Thank you, to our friends at #CandlewickPress for your invaluable support of our mission of giving books to the children who need them most for literacy. learning, and life!

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 26

Now that the #NewSchoolYear has begun, we're enjoying the beautiful and encouraging book “Big Feelings” by author Alexandra Penfold and illustrator Suzanne Kaufman.

A story about talking things through and compromising to strengthen friendships and find the solution to any problem or obstacle.

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 22

#HeroOfTheWeek Danielle Uttley-Schneider, manager of SFUSD's Enrollment Center, got 200 free books to give away to the children who visit her office!

Thank you, Danielle, for all the ways you help SF kids and families, & for helping us give so many books to the children who need them most!

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 20

Our friends at @chroniclebooks.bsky.social recently donated 400 beautiful, new, multilingual books to give away to the kids who need them most!

Thank you, @chroniclekidsbooks.bsky.social for your ongoing support of our mission to give free books to the children who need them in our community!📚💙🎒

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Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 19

School season is just starting, and to help us get ready for the challenges ahead, we are reading #All’sFairinMiddleSchool by author and illustrator #VictoriaJamieson

A fun and adventurous story about new challenges, scary foes, and a journey of self acceptance in the terrifying Middle School halls

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 15

#HeroOfTheWeek New 2nd grade teacher Delaney Wright from #EugenePadanElementary is thankful for all the beautiful, free books she got at our #BookBank, because a classroom library makes a difference!

Thank you, Delaney, for helping us give books to the children who need them most in your community!

Children's Book Project @childrensbooksf.bsky.social · Aug 13

August 17 is #NationalNonProfitDay, a great time to donate to the #ChildrensBookProject and help us give free books to kids who need them for literacy, learning, and life!

Kids who have the freedom to read are more likely to succeed, and we couldn't fulfill our mission without your support.