In two-thirds of the early childhood classrooms across the United States there are fewer than 50 children’s books. In fact, over 28 percent of classrooms are likely to have less than one book per child. (National Survey)*.

Only 26% of the books in the collection are in good condition, 49% are considered adequate, and 25% are described as in poor condition.

Organize a Book Drive as part of a Mitzvah Day, holiday, or other major event. Large events are great opportunities to organize book collection.

Click here to read more about Temple Beth Zion's Mitzvah Morning, a day filled with volunteers, community service, and a brand-new library for the Winship Elementary School!

Honor your Special Occasion- Bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings, graduations, and brit milah are all excellent occasions to give back. GBJCL would be pleased to help you donate books or establish a fund to recognize an individual's accomplishments.

*Idaho child care reads. (2011, January 15). Retrieved from http://libraries.idaho.gov/landing/idaho-child-care-reads