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02 September 2024

How to help kids navigate strong emotions with art

With youth mental health worsening, how do we help raise emotionally resilient kids?

02 September 2024

Exploring culture and connection with our picture book ‘I’ll See You in Ijebu’

With every turn of the page, you’re drawn deeper into Olu’s life, whether you experience the…

20 August 2024

From storytime to saving fireflies: a picture book inspiring kids to care for nature

By weaving conservation messages into engaging narratives, STEM books like ‘Firefly Galaxy’ can…

22 May 2024

2024 Barefoot Retreat: Book fair games, author signings, wellness and more!

See what went down at our 2024 Barefoot Retreat

09 April 2024

The rattlin’ place that inspired ‘The Rattlin’ Bog’

Author Jessica Law shares the inspiration — and popular Irish folk song — behind her picture…

15 March 2024

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

Author Sarah Nelson shares the inspiration — and creatures — behind her picture book ‘Firefly…

30 January 2024

How to Teach Kids About Sustainability Through Books

Author Mia Wenjen provides tips to raising little environmentalists by sharing the story behind her…

15 December 2023

Wishing you a wonderful new year!

CEO and Co-Founder, Nancy Traversy

13 December 2023

Translating my book back to my native language

Author Ævar Þór Benediktsson had to translate his book ‘Stranded!’ back to his native…

22 November 2023

10 independent bookstores to visit in Canada

Looking to scope out the indie bookstore scene in Canada? This is the ultimate list for you!

15 November 2023

Our exciting new partnership with Reach Out and Read of Greater New York

Barefoot Books works with Reach Out and Read of Greater New York’s Book Buddies program to…

14 November 2023

Barefoot Books attends Books For Africa’s 35th Anniversary Gala

Read more about our longtime partnership with this amazing literacy organization.

03 November 2023

The Diverse Books for All Coalition Selects Barefoot Books as a Major Publishing Partner

Learn about how we are partnering with the Diverse Books for All Coalition to bring diverse books…

26 April 2023

The Best Books for Supporting Literacy Development: Preschool Age Children

Activities, tips & book recommendations to help support literacy development for preschoolers.

17 January 2023

How her own struggle with anxiety inspired Rebecca Gardyn Levington’s book ‘Whatever Comes Tomorrow’

Author Rebecca Gardyn Levington shares the process behind writing her new picture book, 'Whatever…

19 December 2022

Wishing you a wonderful new year!

CEO and Co-Founder, Nancy Traversy, reflects on 2022.

30 September 2022

10 Kids’ Books for World Kindness Day

These top ten titles inspire children to be kind to themselves, to others and to our planet.

06 September 2022

Gratitude Activity for Kids: Make an Ubuntu Collage

Make a South African ubuntu collage and reflect on all of the people in your life you are connected…

31 August 2022

The true story behind Sheetal Sheth’s book ‘Making Happy’

Sheetal Sheth shares the true story behind her book ‘Making Happy.’

03 August 2022

2022 Barefoot Retreat: Book fair games, author signings, yoga and more!

See what went down at our 2022 Barefoot Retreat!

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