First Book

Behind the progress of reading achievement and literacy are the dedicated educators who show up every day.

For , we’re highlighting Susan, a First Book member and Reading 2 Succeed Project Manager in Starkville, Mississippi. Through programming and book access, Susan’s helping students and families build lifelong relationships with reading, both at school and at home.

👉 Read about Susan’s story and how her work is making a difference in the lives of her community: https://tinyurl.com/4fby8mhw

We’re celebrating educators all !

In partnership with Penguin Random House, we’re giving away 25 gift credits ($200 EACH!) for educators to select books from the First Book Marketplace.

If your school or program serves kids in low-income communities, fill out this quick form for a chance to win $200 for books* to support summer reading: 👉 https://bit.ly/4nuq0TJ=

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter between May 6, 2026 and May 23, 2026. Open to U.S. residents, 18 and older. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. See Official Rules at www.firstbook.org/official-rules/ for full details.