Independent usborne organisers offer a unique book fair service throughout schools in the uk and europe, as they will take care of everything. Live book fairs, we estimate at least one week of planning and one week for the book fair. You will take orders, collect payments made to your parish, school or. We pride ourselves on our customizable, turnkey services. Oct 23, 20 there are also regional book fair companies, such as massachusettsbased best book fairs, which will deliver rolling racks filled with books and typically shares 10 percent to 25 percent of the. If you choose to take your book fair profits in store credit instead of cash, you can use it on any book in print, not just a handful of books from a set list. Why catholic schools should scrap scholastic book fairs. Frankfurt book fair to be held from october 11 to 15, this is the worlds largest fair for books, based both on the number of publishing companies represented, and the number of visitors. You can find a list in the book fairs and reading section of the pto today yellow pages.
Does anyone know of a book fair supplier other than scholastic. I love the support of an idaho company and the great selection of books. Students will have the opportunity to shop at our winter book fair during their regular library class time the week of november 27 th and during one other time slot of their teachers choosing during that week. Elementary schools buy tons of booksto disseminate to kids to read on their own or for storytime circles. The book fair display is like a mini bookstore, with a large selection of beautiful, colorful usborne books for a variety of ages and interests. Personal consultant a dedicated book fair expert provides support every step of the.
Looking for a book fair vendor other than scholastic pto. In the early 1980s, the world of school book fairs was a highly competitive and. A book fair is a fundraising event where vendors or a single vendor possibly you and not an outside provider will promote and sell books. The book fair will also be open for a family night on monday, november 27 from 4. Shop my schools book fair andersons bookfair company. There are also regional book fair companies, such as massachusettsbased best book fairs, which will deliver rolling racks filled with books and typically shares 10. Book fairs give children a motivation to read by offering them a wide selection of books to choose from that they can look at before they decide to buy. A fair can be tailored to suit the needs of your school community. I have been a librarian for 30 years and this is the best selection of books i have ever seen. Apart from parentteacher conferences, our district has a onenight curriculum night for each grade.
Book fair flyers from the scholastic company, the worlds largest publisher and distributer of childrens books as well as the leading operator of schoolbased book clubs and fairs in the united states, are no longer welcome in some circles. Another avenue to sell childrens books is to schools. You have 100% control over your catalog as it may pertain to faith and age. We are knowledgeable experts who want to share our love of books.
We take care of the book count no need to count the books before and after the fair. When a follett book fair isnt the right fit, weve created an online fair for small or remote schools. With our outstanding selection and excellent customer service, we provide book fairs for preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, privatereligious schools and teacher conferences. Here are some sample lists of popular books we send to schools. Click on the magnifying glass to search the fairs on this page. We will provide expert advice based on your specific needs to ensure your school book fair benefits your extended school community. Oct 11, 2017 book fair flyers from the scholastic company, the worlds largest publisher and distributer of childrens books as well as the leading operator of schoolbased book clubs and fairs in the united states, are no longer welcome in some circles. Get access to special products, invitationonly sales, and reading events. The best books and stories brought to life with unforgettable characters. Scholastic book fair shopping and volunteer opportunities november 27 th december 1 st. Let a book fair expert support you every step of the way. You dont need to sell toys and trinkets to have a successful fair when you have a strong selection of titles that students are excited to read.
Blue ribbon book fairs is one of the fastest growing book fair companies that promotes events for schools. Our k5th bargain book fairs for your school or organization will provide. We have fun and wholesome, age appropriate picture books, middle grade fiction, and young adult novels for teens. Book fairs materials supports everest academys christcentered traditional catholic education. October is celebrated as the month for international books fairs. Blue ribbon book fairs offers patrons a choice between making a profit or rolling the money into a grant that will benefit the school. School book fairs are a wonderful week long reading event, with mobile bookcases packed with the best books to sell to your pupils. Earn cash for your school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars.
Scholastic does pre packaged book shelves of books that are easy to truck in and require very little assembly. Our school did a fair at barnes and noble for years, but it didnt raise much money for the school. Tony hopkins, senior vp of business development for follett who is. Book selection follett book fairs a fair for everyone. Book efairs for your school when a follett book fair isnt the right fit, weve created an online fair for small or remote schools. We provide everything you need to promote and run your book fair. Schools businesses early learning centers hospitals. Please read on, we have 3 more pages about our book fairs.
We dont include moneywasting toys, pens or junk unless requested. Based in alabama, weve spent the past 25 years partnering with media specialists and parent organizations across the southeast to provide affordable, interesting books for students while maximizing the cash and book profit levels for schools. Last spring we held a book fair at our school hosted by the bookworm. A daytonarea book fair company has undergone a mass furlough as a result of covid19. You will receive planning guides, promotional and merchandising. The tchotchkes, the toy books with moving parts, etc. Every schools fair is loaded with more titles and more books than will be needed for a successful book fair. Usbornes awardwinning school book fair scheme gives pupils more beautiful books to enjoy, whilst improving their literacy at the. With online shopping as part of your bookfair, supporters can reach out to family and friends literally anywhere and.
Click on a fair name to get more information for info on 2020 fairs gone by, click here. Heres what people are saying about our bargain book fairs. This fair was not open to classes, only for the parents. Nov 22, 2012 blue ribbon book fairs is one of the fastest growing book fair companies that promotes events for schools. Apply to resident counselor, stage hand, assistant and more. Check out some of the largest and bestknown book fairs from around the world. Florence buono, principal notre dame catholic school, spring hill, florida good news. The fair is staffed entirely by school volunteers, usually under the direction of the librarian or pta. Even scholastic fairs will look different at each school, depending on how much the school traditionally makes. To market to schools, the educational factor of the book must be the focus. People buy books on a regular basis and supporters will often find great deals, and learn about new and exciting books at a book fair fundraiser. We have been providing school book fairs and literacy programs for nearly 25 years.
We have a great selection of fun, and inspiring books, cds, movies and christian themed gifts for k8 grade students, teachers, and parents. Many of the other companies just do online book fairs. Daytonarea book fair company undergoes mass furlough. Our mission is to instill a love of reading in children and their families. We pride ourselves on customizing your bookfair for your needs we will honor. Usborne book fairs generate free books or cash for your school, corporation or organization. Bookworm book fairs and educator benefits the bookworm of. Our only regret was that wed lose out on the many holiday sales when we have our fair in december.
In our 56 school, they did a book fair at that time, when parents have some roaming time between scheduled talks by teachers and administrators. Christian book fair christian books and school fundraiser. Meeting our customers individual needs is a top priority and sets us apart from our competitors. The decision marks another blow to the daytonarea economy as. What organizations can benefit from an usborne book fair. So if there are book companies out there that run a similar program where they pick the books appropriate for catholic school children and send fair supplies posters and cardboard shelving and the school receives a 25% payment of the total receipts, then this would be a company that could replace scholastic. Book fair fundraisers rewarding fundraising events. With schools hardpressed to find the volunteers, the room and the time to hold a traditional school book fair, we set out to engineer a fullsized personalized book fair for the palm of your hand. Ready in 10 minutes generous rewards five grade ranges. Scholastic book fair is coming kings glen elementary school.
All books are discounted and are rounded to 50c or the dollar, making petty cash easy to manage. Scholastic is by far the largest book fair provider. Book fairs also generates more than 200 million dollars in cash and educational resources for schools, which receive a portion of sales from every book fair they host. Earn cash for the school or get double the profit with scholastic dollars. Mar 12, 20 so if there are book companies out there that run a similar program where they pick the books appropriate for catholic school children and send fair supplies posters and cardboard shelving and the school receives a 25% payment of the total receipts, then this would be a company that could replace scholastic. Blue ribbon book fair is a family event that encourages listening, literacy, and family involvement with. The more a school sells, the better selection scholastic will send. We will also provide you with readymade materials needed to publicize your book fair, including a unique book fair id number that will identify your purchases both in. At a scholastic book fair, teachers, parents, and kids can choose from the best and newest books from more than 150 publishers.
Apply to preschool director, head of digital, bilingual customer service associate and more. If a local representative is unavailable, an online book fair is an option. Book fair to all our sister schools in the diocese. Request a catalog and have a book fair fundraiser at your school. A handful of private schools are replacing scholastic with some upandcoming catholic book fairs. Benefits of hosting a book fair lowrys books and more. Carnival fairs book fairs the best in literature for. Collective goods brings a worldclass retail experience with incredible prices to your workplace, benefiting your employees and the causes you care about. Andersons bookfair company provides book fairs to schools in the greater chicagoland. Wyoming wonders our beautiful coffee table book is an fundraising. Book fairs as school fundraisers berkeley parents network. But i think you can talk to them ahead of time about book selection. We did not have our usual december book fair this year and opted to do one in the spring instead with scholastic.
A secure, cashfree way to shop the fair with yearround shopping online. Whether you hold an usborne school book fair or have an usborne stand at your school fete, you can get up to 60% of your total order value in extra free books. We offer oneofakind products that complement your life outside of school as well as books and supplies to improve classroom productivity. We had a small usborne book fair this week, during parent conferences. Benefits of hosting a book fair there are many good reasons to host a book fair at your school. More importantly, the events provide students, teachers, and parents with access to thousands of affordable books and educational products. There are very few choices in the bay area as far as companies that do book fairs. Your fair will feature a reading and writing center that includes a few items that are purposeful and tied to literacy. Fun, interactive showcase filled with insider best practices. While students shop the shelves to find a new book, youll earn rewards to support the initiatives that. Book fair was a wonderful company to work with to provide our students, teachers and parents wonderfully wholesome books.