An award-winning national literacy nonprofit that uplifts the reading lives of young people all across the country
The National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature was created in partnership with the Library of Congress. Every Child a Reader administers the program, organizing events, publicity, and travel for the Ambassador and creating educational resources for teachers, librarians, parents, children and teens.
Financial support for the National Ambassador program is provided by CBC member publishers and individual donors. Donations can be made here.
Learn more about the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature program.
Meet Mac Barnett and hear about his inspiring platform, "Behold, The Picture Book!"
Videos and Resources for Grown-ups
Find out where Mac Barnett is traveling during his two year term.
Who were our past ambassadors and their platforms?