Week of Events
Left on Read Buy-a-Book, Donate-a-Book Drive
Left on Read is hosting a Buy-a-Book, Donate-a-Book Drive in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week. This community-centered initiative invites readers of all ages to purchase children's books by Black authors to be donated to Unified School District 259, in Wichita, KS. The drive is rooted in a simple belief: when Black children see themselves […]
A Daily Dose Of Joy and Inspiration During Black Children’s Book Week!
"I Know I Can!" by Veronica N. Chapman has inspired and brought joy to thousands of children and adults! Knowing that the troubles of the world can sometimes get us down, Veronica created a website that people can visit to watch a pre-recorded reading of her book. CLICK HERE to visit the website to read […]
Cornbread And a Book Presents Next Generation Academy Book Fair Festival 2026 Hosted By Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop
Adventure awaits at the Book Fair Festival! We invite you to join us for an unforgettable journey through the power of imagination and words! Next Generation Academy Book Fair Festival 2026 hosted by Next Chapter Bookstore and Gift Shop. With a special shopping night Wed. Feb. 25th. Students will present a Black Wax Museum. Local […]
Storytime In The Galleries
Join author Alexus Mozell, creator of the Amir the Affirmation King series, at the Bowers Museum for a special storytime celebrating Black History Month and Black Children’s Book Week. I Know I Can Too is an inspiring collection of affirmations that encourages young girls to dream big and believe in themselves. Featuring influential Black women—from […]
Monday, February 23, 2026
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February 23, 2026 -See Marcus Grow Storytime
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February 23, 2026 -Celebrate We Gullah Geechee Book Launch
See Marcus Grow Storytime
Step into a storybook world with See Marcus Grow! For ages 4–7, this joyful program begins with a magical storytelling adventure, then blossoms into a hands-on craft inspired by the tale. Come listen, imagine, and create—because stories grow best when little hands and big imaginations get involved!
Celebrate We Gullah Geechee Book Launch
Author Yvette R. Murray will read her new picture book, Celebrate We Gullah Geechee at Buxton Books in downtown Charleston, SC. There will be activities for the young and the young at heart, and a few surprises. Come get a book and a snack and help us celebrate our culture!!!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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February 24, 2026 -The Printed Word Black Children’s Book Week Book Giveaway
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February 24, 2026 -Behind the Pages
The Printed Word Black Children’s Book Week Book Giveaway
One of our goals at TPW Bookstore is to help our young reading scholars build their very own home libraries. We do this by making sure that at all of our kid’s literacy events, kids leave with free books. So, in honor or Black Children’s Book Week, we will be giving away free children’s books […]
Behind the Pages
Children ages 7-10 are invited to join us to explore lesser-known Black inventors, artists, and historical figures with books and activities. Please register for a reminder email.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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February 25, 2026 -Little Listeners
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February 25, 2026 -Dream Big: Story and Craft for Black History Month
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February 25, 2026 -Phelicia Lang Storytime and Craft!
Little Listeners
"Little Listeners is a monthly interactive story time designed for young children and their caregivers, featuring guest readers, engaging stories, and hands-on activities that spark creativity and learning. Perfect for preschoolers and early learners. Bring your favorite stuffy or toy to make it feel even more like story time at home! In February, we will […]
Dream Big: Story and Craft for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with a special storytime for children ages 5–10! We’ll read an engaging picture book that highlights influential Black figures and stories of courage, creativity, and community. After the story, children will create a fun, hands-on craft inspired by what they learned to take home. This program encourages learning, imagination, and creativity […]
Phelicia Lang Storytime and Craft!
Phelicia Lang, local educator and author of the Tay and Friends book series, joins us for a Black Children's Book Week storytime! Phelicia will read stories about playful Tay and his science-empowered friend, Aleeyah, and kids can enjoy a Tay-related craft, too. Perfect for preschool aged children.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
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February 26, 2026 -The Printed Word Black Children’s Book Week Book Giveaway
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February 26, 2026 -Black Children’s Book Week @ CPP Hosted by the Early Childhood Studies Department
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February 26, 2026 -Seat Pleasant Reads: African American Read In & Black Children’s Book Week
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February 26, 2026 -Together Tales Storytime
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February 26, 2026 -Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week in Asheville!
The Printed Word Black Children’s Book Week Book Giveaway
One of our goals at TPW Bookstore is to help our young reading scholars build their very own home libraries. We do this by making sure that at all of our kid’s literacy events, kids leave with free books. So, in honor or Black Children’s Book Week, we will be giving away free children’s books […]
Black Children’s Book Week @ CPP Hosted by the Early Childhood Studies Department
Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with a family-friendly read aloud and creative storytime! Children will enjoy affirming stories, engage in a hands-on storytelling activity, and receive a free book while supplies last. This event highlights the power of literacy, creativity, and representation in nurturing joyful learning experiences for all children.
Seat Pleasant Reads: African American Read In & Black Children’s Book Week
Enjoy story telling, shared reading, art, and creative activities for all ages led by our young residents.
Together Tales Storytime
Join us for this special storytime and activities with a focus on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). This storytime will provide children with opportunities to see themselves reflected in characters while using stories to learn about healthy ways to express our feelings! Ages 4-7.
Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week in Asheville!
Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Read 2 Succeed Asheville/Buncombe! Join us on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 PM at the PVA Community Center (1 Granada St., Asheville) for a free, family-friendly celebration filled with stories, play, and community connection. We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Khalyn J. Solomon, pediatric speech-language pathologist and author of […]
Friday, February 27, 2026
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February 27, 2026 -Dream Among the Stars Storytime
Dream Among the Stars Storytime
Celebrating Black History Month and Black Children's Book Week, we will read a story highlighting the first African American female astronaut, and make an out of this world craft! For children ages 3-5 years old. Register for a reminder email.
Saturday, February 28, 2026
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February 28, 2026 -Little John T. Ward: Breakfast, Books and Freedom Stories
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February 28, 2026 -Black History Month at the Museum of Science
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February 28, 2026 -Three Avenues Bookshop Story Times to Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week
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February 28, 2026 -Book Signing
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February 28, 2026 -Brown Babies n’ Books Freedom Braids
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February 28, 2026 -Black Children’s Book Week Celebration
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February 28, 2026 -CELEBRATE WE GULLAH GEECHEE: Book Launch, Mural Unveiling, Arts & Literacy! Celebrating BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK
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February 28, 2026 -Author’d: A Black Children’s Book Week Author Meet & Greet
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February 28, 2026 -“Turn the Page, Start the Adventure” Story Fest
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February 28, 2026 -Storytime with Ms. Leah!
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February 28, 2026 -Celebrations & Traditions of Kwanzaa
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February 28, 2026 -Magandang Araw! Good Day! Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week with Filipino Flavor
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February 28, 2026 -Black Education Expo
Little John T. Ward: Breakfast, Books and Freedom Stories
Join us for a joyful morning celebrating literacy, history, and community! This free children’s event features breakfast, a take-home book, and a special introduction to Little John T. Ward and the Railroad Codes—a children’s book series inspired by the real-life legacy of John T. Ward, an Underground Railroad conductor and community leader. Through storytelling, shared […]
Black History Month at the Museum of Science
Kidogoville will host an interactive activation in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week at the Museum of Science. Families and children will engage in storytelling, culturally grounded games, and creative movement inspired by Afro-diasporic narratives and traditions. Through hands-on activities, kids will explore literacy, imagination, and joyful learning while seeing themselves reflected in stories and […]
Three Avenues Bookshop Story Times to Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week
Join us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children's books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators! Join us at Three Avenues as owner Jordan leads story times centering Black children's books by some of our favorite authors & illustrators! Black Children's Book Week runs from February 22 - […]
Book Signing
The book signing will take place at a local bakery and cafe. Guest will be able purchase a book at the event. Guest may bring an already purchased book to be signed.
Brown Babies n’ Books Freedom Braids
501(c)(3) Brooklyn Non Profit Empowering BIPOC Families in NYC through reading children’s books by black/brown voices. Join Brown Babies n’ Books for a joyful and culturally rooted storytime and book signing featuring author Monique Duncan and her beautiful children’s book, Freedom Braids. This special gathering celebrates Black hair, self-expression, ancestral pride, and the power of […]
Black Children’s Book Week Celebration
Join us for a joyful day celebrating stories that reflect, inspire, and uplift our children. ✨ What to Expect: 📖 Live book readings by featured Black authors ✍🏾 Meet the authors & purchase signed books 🎲 Fun games & activities for kids 🍽 Lunch provided 🎁 Door prizes throughout the event 🎉 Free Entry | […]
CELEBRATE WE GULLAH GEECHEE: Book Launch, Mural Unveiling, Arts & Literacy! Celebrating BLACK CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK
BEE Collective's Spring 2026 Series continues! BOOK LAUNCH! Celebrate We Gullah Geechee with author, Yvette R. Murray SPRING 2026 Artist-in-Residence Season at Nsoromma House Artist: Yvette R. Murray, Author and Storyteller CELEBRATE WE GULLAH GEECHEE: Book Launch, Mural Unveiling, Arts & Literacy! Celebrating BLACK CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 | 11 AM–1 PM Location: Nsoromma House, […]
Author’d: A Black Children’s Book Week Author Meet & Greet
Author’d is an intentional literary gathering created in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week. It brings together Black authors, young readers, and families for an afternoon centered on storytelling, imagination, and community. Author’d is a curated space designed for connection, where young people can meet real authors, explore books, ask questions, and see what’s possible […]
“Turn the Page, Start the Adventure” Story Fest
Free Event for Families Coordinated by Colorful Chapters Bookstore, the Story Fest will be held on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at the Esperanza Acosta Morena Library, 12480 Pebble Hills. This joyous occasion invites families to come together from 12 PM to 3:30 PM for an afternoon filled with stories, creativity, and the power of reading. Event Highlights The […]
Storytime with Ms. Leah!
Enjoy a virtual storytime with Ms. Leah of Ell Jam! She will be reading 3 musical black stories while highlighting the musical concepts in the books.
Celebrations & Traditions of Kwanzaa
Come learn about Kwanzaa and the founding principles for celebration. Ujima, the third principle of Kwanzaa, represents Collective Work and Responsibility. Join us for performances of dance, art and story from community agencies and organizations. Program is presented in conjunction with Ujima: A Children's Literacy Program, hosted by the Newburgh Free Library and presented by Malinda Ware, which celebrates […]
Magandang Araw! Good Day! Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week with Filipino Flavor
Magandang Araw! Good Day! Join us as we celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with a big serving of Filipino flavor. This special gathering honors stories that reflect culture(s), courage, and community - where young readers can see themselves, their families, and their futures in every page. Come share in storytelling, heritage(s), and the simple magic […]
Black Education Expo
Black Education Expo (BEE) returns Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM at West Los Angeles College – Graduation Lawn. This FREE, outdoor K–12 community event brings together students, families, educators, and community partners for a vibrant day of connection and access. Enjoy the BEE Exhibitor Village, free books, face painting, interactive […]
Sunday, March 1, 2026
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March 1, 2026 -Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week
Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week
Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week Returns to Phoenix for Its Second Annual CelebrationFebruary 22 – March 1, 2026 | Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, AZ — The power of stories, culture, and community will take center stage as Celebrating Black Children’s Book Week returns to Phoenix for its second annual celebration, running February 22 through March 1, […]