Celebrate in 2026

Free Resources

Children’s Book Week, established in 1919, is a celebration of books and the connection they bring. This beloved program continues to grow and adapt each year with new resources and ideas for joining in. Read on for everything you need to celebrate with us May 4-10 and November 2-8, 2026!

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

The 2026 slogan will be announced soon. Join us in celebrating the vast, collective ocean populated by the stories we read, share, and tell. There are so many ways to celebrate as an individual, a family, a group, and a community!

This year’s amazing resources include:

• Coming soon! — Official poster to be announced with coloring page
• 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

More Resources and FAQs

• Find Children’s Book Week Highlights and Resources from previous years here.
• Find Frequently Asked Questions here.