Celebrate in 2026

Children’s Book Week, established in 1919, is a celebration of books and the connection they bring. Read on for everything you need to celebrate with us May 4-10, 2026!

SIGN UP, PARTICIPATE, AND JOIN THE FUN

You are invited to host events (both in-person and virtual) during the week while also encouraging young people and families to celebrate at home. Our free resources can be used individually and in groups. All are welcome to sign up to participate, and we will continue to offer celebration ideas that can be tailored to any-sized group and adjusted for your unique needs.

Schools and school libraries, public libraries, bookstores, community organizations, and homes in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada can sign up to participate in Children’s Book Week this spring. Registered locations will receive two free posters by the amazing Grace Lin, while supplies last.

FREE RESOURCES

Each year, a slogan is created to shape materials and celebration ideas.

The 2026 slogan is Books: Get Curious! Explore all of our resources around this theme as they are released in February and March.

This year’s resources include:

2026 Book Week Poster by Grace Lin — Official poster and coloring pages
Coming soon! — Exclusive new bookmarks and activity pages by children’s book superstars
Coming soon! — New promotional materials for locations hosting events and anyone who wants to spread the word about Book Week
Coming soon! — Join the Club, a new way to celebrate Children’s Book Week
“It’s Book Week” coloring pages in 15 different languages
A Draw-Your-Own bookmark page to print and share
The Official Children’s Book Week jingle and sing-along
105 Fun Facts resource pages

PARTICIPATION INSPIRATION

Coming soon! — Use these participation ideas, created for the various groups and individuals who want to celebrate Children’s Book Week. Find participation pages for:

Bookstores
Public libraries
Schools and school libraries
Individuals and families
Book creators
Publishers