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A learning and sharing community for
DC-area children’s literature professionals since 1945

Upcoming Speaker Series Events

  • Tour of Planet Word
    Tour of Planet Word
    Thu, Apr 23
    Planet Word
    April 23, 2026 at 10:00am EST Planet Word Trip Meet at Planet Word for a self-guided tour followed by lunch,

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Youth Literacy Grants Nominees Needed


For the last eleven years, the Children’s Book Guild has awarded grants to schools to purchase books for their libraries, media centers, or classrooms. In 2025 we chose 6 schools: Cooper Lane Elementary School, in Prince George's County; and Malcolm X, Miner, Nalle, Savoy, and Turner Elementary Schools in Washington, DC. Each school will receive a grant of $500 to buy books from the First Book Marketplace.​ Do you have any possible nominees? Please email Kem Sawyer with your recommendation.

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The Children’s Book Guild of Washington, DC, is committed to the fight for racial justice and support for Black lives. Please click on the links above for information on organizations to support, and readings to help educate and inspire positive change. 

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