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Access Books at Work


5 Books for Deaf Awareness Month
Children's book author and former audiologist Rie Neal shares her curated recommendations for K-8 books with Deaf representation.
Rie Neal
Sep 3


A Decade of Impact: The Access Books Bay Area Story
Tracing our journey from a local initiative to a trusted nonprofit reaching thousands of young readers
Shreya Hambir
Jul 27


Why We Do What We Do: The Importance of School Libraries in Impoverished Communities
Learn why refurbishing school libraries is central to our mission of bridging the literacy gap.
Shreya Hambir
Jan 31


Behind-the-scenes: How Do We Select Books For a Library Refurbishment and Why Do We Focus on Diverse Books?
Catch a glimpse of the hard work that happens behind the scenes and the incredible team that comes together to execute it.
Rameen Bilal
Sep 12, 2025


Why Representation in Literacy Matters: The Power of Seeing Yourself in Stories
Before children even pick up a pencil, they are absorbing messages about who matters and what’s possible. Books become some of the first mirrors they encounter—or don’t.
Twyla Menezes-Parker
Jun 6, 2025


Amplifying Deaf Voices: Why Representation in Children’s Books Matters
For Deaf History Month we are reflecting on the role of inclusive children’s literature in supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing (HoH).
Twyla Menezes-Parker
Apr 19, 2025


Black History Month - Highlighting 5 Books for Young Readers
Join us in celebrating Black creatives, changemakers, and innovators for Black History Month with 5 diverse books.
Syamon Burns
Feb 4, 2025


Festive Books to Celebrate Las Posadas, Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa
December brings global festivities like Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa & more—celebrating diverse cultures and sharing holiday joy!
Belen Parra
Dec 16, 2024
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