For Schools & Educators
Since Boogie Down Books launched in 2017, the core values that we use to guide our work have been joy, justice, and community. We believe that learning should be transformational, not transactional, and we design and facilitate programming that cultivates affirmation, inspiration, and possibility for learners of all ages. Join us in promoting joyful reading and learning experiences that center the stories, identities, and experiences of young people in our Bronx community and beyond. We offer a range of virtual and in-person programs to launch or enhance exciting initiatives for your entire community.
We can help you:
- Explore your school's literacy strengths, goals, and needs.
- Brainstorm events and experiences to engage readers of all ages.
- Ensure your students' backgrounds, identities, and communities are reflected in the books they read.
- Provide teachers with the resources to cultivate a lifelong love of reading in their students.
- Strategize how to use your school's resources–human, financial, space, and time–to meet your goals.
Ready to get started? Select a next step here:
- Check out our founder and CEO Rebekah Shoaf's book, Educating with Passion and Purpose: Keep the Fire Going without Burning Out.
- Schedule an appointment with Rebekah to discuss partnership opportunities, speaking engagements, professional development, book clubs for staff or families, literacy/instructional/leadership coaching, and customized events designed especially for your school community.
- Request an author event.
- Request a book fair.
- Request a book order quote.
- Create a school or classroom book registry/wishlist.
- Get free audiobooks.
Not sure where to start? Email us at info@boogiedownbooks.com with whatever you're curious about, and we'll help you take your school's literacy initiatives to the next level!