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Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month

September 19, 2023

Join us in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month as we shine a spotlight on the incredible works of Latinx authors and illustrators! We are thrilled to share with you some of our favorite titles that beautifully capture the[...]

Back-to-School Books

September 7, 2023

As Summer comes to an end, parents prepare their back-to-school supply lists and plan for their more structured routines. Whether a child is going off to school for the first time or returning for another year, this can[...]

Attending the 2023 National Smart Start Conference

August 3, 2023

Back in April, Sarah Pelkey and I had the pleasure of traveling down to Greensboro, NC for the National Smart Start conference and had the opportunity to see the passion of its participants ignite the venue. 

Make a SPLASH and skip the Summer Slide!

July 20, 2023

As we bask in the bliss of summer vacation, indulging in outdoor activities such as swimming and embarking on exciting family road trips, it is imperative to remember that this period can also result in a decline in[...]

Staff Highlights

July 7, 2023

We absolutely love working with our incredible customers, as it is the best part of our jobs. We take great pleasure in assisting you in finding the perfect books that suit your needs, and we always ensure that your[...]

Attending the Reach Out and Read Illinois 2023 Site Support Meeting!

July 6, 2023

In June, I had the absolute pleasure of visiting the Harold Washington Library in downtown Chicago for the Reach Out and Read Illinois Annual Site Support Meeting and Fundraiser. Over the last few years, we have[...]

Celebrating Pride Month

June 22, 2023

All About Books is observing Pride Month by highlighting some of the stories that have enriched imaginations and nurtured a sense of belonging in young readers. Children grow up in all kinds of families and grow up to[...]

Tips for stocking up and saving money in the process!

June 8, 2023

Here at All About Books, we strive to get you the best deals so that you can comfortably purchase titles within your budget for your literacy program. While all of our titles are available at a significant discount from[...]

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

May 23, 2023

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States during the month of May. It recognizes the contributions and influences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the[...]

Booklists

May 16, 2023

Booklists on the All About Books website are a way for you to compile lists of books, collections, and case quantities that you regularly reorder. Make the most of Booklists to maximize efficiency and organization for[...]