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BBK Kids

Kids Helping Kids

September 13, 2014 by NVo

Looking for a program where you can volunteer as a family? We love it when families volunteer together, and these families love it too! Jack (age 12) and his mom spent quite a few Saturday mornings at the Books Between Kids warehouse last year, satisfying his scouting requirements, and in his own words, Jack wanted […]

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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!

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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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Hartsfield Elementary – May 2013

September 13, 2013 by Sandra

We had the pleasure of visiting Hartsfield Elementary this morning to see the first book distribution. A second grade class came through and each child picked their 6 books. One boy proudly came up to show us the “great” books he picked. Each child is given stickers with our logo and their name on it […]

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2012-2013 BBK Photos

September 2, 2013 by Sandra

These photos represent a few moments from our first year in operation. From the truckload of books donated by Better World Books, as well as many from schools and community groups, to massive sorting days to book distribution to the happy new book owners … it was an amazing ride!

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Our individual volunteer shifts for January throug Our individual volunteer shifts for January through May are open now on our website! 

Look through the calendar and sign up for the shift that works best for you. If that shift is full, please join the waitlist. We hope to see you in our warehouse in 2026!
Whatโ€™s your perfect fit for Breakfast & Bingo? Spo Whatโ€™s your perfect fit for Breakfast & Bingo? Sponsorships? Premium tables? 

Click the link in our bio to get yours today! ๐Ÿ‘ ๐Ÿ“š
Brazos Bookstore has created a book angel tree so Brazos Bookstore has created a book angel tree so that you can pick out books for kids they will love! You can pick a tag off the tree and shop for that child using their book interests as inspiration. We are so grateful to @brazosbookstore for supporting our mission during this holiday season!

Visit Brazos Bookstore today!
Books Between Kids was created with one simple ide Books Between Kids was created with one simple idea in mind: kids experience something extraordinary when they get to give the gift of books to other kids. What began as a small effort between families has grown into a citywide movement rooted in community.

Every gift made this #GivingTuesday helps us place more stories into the hands of Houston children. Click the link in our bio to create book owners, ignite imaginations, and strengthen our entire community.
Congratulations to the winners of our neighborhood Congratulations to the winners of our neighborhood captain competition! Brandi and her kids collected 1,278 books over the last 5 weeks. 

Not pictured ๐Ÿ“ธ: The delicious cookie cake generously donated by our friends at Michael's Cookie Jar!๐Ÿช๐Ÿ“š
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