Exploring Culture and Connection with our picture book ‘I’ll See You in Ijebu’

From Storytime to Saving Fireflies: A Picture Book Inspiring Kids to Care for Nature

We had a blast at our 2024 Barefoot Retreat!

The rattlin’ place that inspired The Rattlin’ Bog

The magical (real-life!) creature that inspired my book

How Sustainable Farms Inspired My Book ‘Food for the Future’

Dear Friends,

And that’s a wrap on 2023! We are incredibly grateful for each and every person and organization that shared in our mission to open children’s hearts, minds and worlds through books this year. We are delighted to see Barefoot Books displayed in so many libraries, indie bookstores and gift stores around the world. One of our biggest achievements was launching new partnerships with incredible literacy organizations.

Translating My Book Back to My Native Language

We are thrilled to bring thousands of Barefoot Books to Greater New York with Reach Out and Read!

In September, we had the honor of attending the Books For Africa 35th Anniversary Gala in Minneapolis! We were so excited to celebrate this longtime Barefoot partner and connect with other global organizations doing amazing work.