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First Book National Book Bank news (updated 8/25/08)

There are no applications open at this time.

CLOSED DISTRIBUTIONS

Auburn, WA 2008
This application is now closed. All applicants will receive an email with the status of their application no later than August 7th.
 
 
Junie B. Jones 2008
This application is now closed. Applicants will receive an email with the status of their application by August 27.


Info: CLICK HERE to access the First Book National Book Bank website
2008-08-25 10:41

Shake Hands with the U.S. Coast Guard

As the signature charity of the U.S. Coast Guard, First Book announces the Summer Reading Handshake Tour. This summer, the USCG Tall Ship Eagle sails to West Coast ports of call. Visitors to the ship who shake hands with the Coasties generate a brand new book for a child in need. The designated ports of call include:

  • Tacoma, WA
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • San Diego, CA
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • San Diego, CA
  • July 5-7      *11,539 handshakes
  • July 23-28   *13,288 handshakes
  • August 1-4
  • August 8-11
  • August 15-18
  • August 20-25


Info: Can’t make it to the West Coast? Extend a virtual handshake to generate new books for children in need across the country.
2008-08-11 10:21

First Book Needs Your Opinion!

First Book would love your help in developing a multimedia learning kit that reflects cultures, geographies and languages from around the world. To assist in this effort, please complete the First Book Global Literacy Questionnaire if you haven’t already done so. Respondents who complete the survey will receive a 10% discount on the First Book Marketplace. Thank you!


Info: First Book Global Literacy Questionaire
2008-08-07 12:08

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