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The Regis School book drive

January 24, 2014 by Sandra

The Regis School student council organized a book drive to support Books Between Kids.  The initial drive was connected with the middle school dance for Regis and Duchesne Academy.  The “cost” of admission for the dance was three new or gently used books.  In the week following the dance, the book drive was extended to […]

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We have a warehouse!

September 29, 2013 by Sandra

It is official! After many months of fruitless searching, a home has been found for Books Between Kids. The warehouse lease has been signed, we have the keys and we can now arrange the delivery of the 18 wheeler of books from our wonderful partner Better World Books.  Sorting dates are scheduled, pending arrival of […]

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William’s Summer Book Drive

September 16, 2013 by Sandra

So what did you do with your summer? One young man who helped us sort books in the spring felt called to do more – and we are so grateful! William spearheaded a book drive in his neighborhood, going door-to-door, making his neighbors aware of our cause and his desire to help, resulting in a […]

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JCC Summer Camp

September 16, 2013 by Sandra

Each week, the JCC summer camps select one charitable organization on which to focus.  Books Between Kids was lucky enough to be their charity one week this summer.  Thank you to all the kids and parents who donated over 800 books!  You started off our new collection year with a bang!

Filed Under: Blog, Book Drives

Thank you Notes – May 2013

September 13, 2013 by Sandra

We loved reading many thank you notes from the kids who received books this year and wish we could post them all!

Filed Under: BBK Kids, Blog

May 2013 School Visits

September 13, 2013 by Sandra

We spent the last few days visiting schools, learning how they are doing their book distributions, and getting ideas for last year. Thanks to Hartsfield, Cunningham, Janowski, Looscan, Pugh and Rusk Elementary Schools for allowing us to join in the fun. Enjoy these pics taken at Cunningham Elementary!

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Who do we call when we have a huge task to accompl Who do we call when we have a huge task to accomplish at the warehouse?  We call the Navy!  These fantastic volunteers from the Navy Talent Scouts - Houston moved and sorted over 10,000 books today!  A big shout out to  PO Guzman for organizing the shifts. #homelibraries #usnavy #booksbetweenkids
Celebrate #InternationalChildrensBookDay by readin Celebrate #InternationalChildrensBookDay by reading something together! It's never a bad time to blast off into a new adventure!
A BIG congratulations to the Houston Cougar Men's A BIG congratulations to the Houston Cougar Men's Hoops! 🎉  For the sixth time in school history, the Cougars are headed to the Final Four!  In our books, they are already champions on and off the court for all they do in our community!!
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Reading can teach you so much! What's your favorit Reading can teach you so much! What's your favorite non-fiction subject to read about?
We love having these amazing ladies from Latin Wom We love having these amazing ladies from Latin Women's Initiative volunteering with us this week!  They collected over 500 books and packed bags of books for kids at two of our partner schools.  Visit latinwomensinitiative.org to learn more about this incredible organization and get information about their August 13th Fashion Show & Luncheon! 💃 #lwi #booksbetweenkids #homelibraries
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Will anyone be joining Pe Happy St. Patrick's Day! Will anyone be joining Pete the Cat on his Great Leprechaun Chase?

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