SATURDAY STORY TIME CONTINUES EVERY SATURDAY @ 10:30 a.m.
The first 50 families to visit the bookstore will receive two (2) free new books MLK books in celebration of the MLK Holiday. Be sure to come and get your 2 books.
The first 50 families to visit the bookstore will receive two (2) free new books MLK books in celebration of the MLK Holiday. Be sure to come and get your 2 books.
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CURRENT PROGRAMS!
Every Child Can Select One New Children's Book
and Six Gently Used Books!
That's 7 Free Books for Every Child!
Plus, Parent's May Pick Up Books for Their Children!
We Thank You for Supporting Books are Gems Bookstore!
STORY TIME
Every Saturday 2022
Beginning Jan 8th
10:30 a.m. on Zoom!
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Martin Luther King, Jr. The most effective method used to influence children to read is to incorporate the information that interests them the most. National Geographic Readers are educational, high-interest, and comprehensive for children. In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In this level three biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore.
Dream March Introduces children to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights movement, and the historic march on Washington with this inspiring biography!
Young readers can now learn about one of the greatest civil rights leaders of all time, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in this Level 3 Step into Reading Biography Reader. Set against Dr. King’s historic march on Washington in the summer of 1963, a moving story and powerful illustrations combine to illuminate not only one of America’s most celebrated leaders, but also one of America’s most celebrated moments.
Young readers can now learn about one of the greatest civil rights leaders of all time, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in this Level 3 Step into Reading Biography Reader. Set against Dr. King’s historic march on Washington in the summer of 1963, a moving story and powerful illustrations combine to illuminate not only one of America’s most celebrated leaders, but also one of America’s most celebrated moments.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. picture book biography brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words.
Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way. Bryan Collier's stunning collage art combines remarkable watercolor paintings with vibrant patterns and textures. A timeline and a list of additional books and web sites help make this a standout biography of Dr. King.
Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way. Bryan Collier's stunning collage art combines remarkable watercolor paintings with vibrant patterns and textures. A timeline and a list of additional books and web sites help make this a standout biography of Dr. King.
Saturday's Story Time Reader Is:
Ms. Vanessa Betts enjoys reading books and especially liked being read to as a young child. She is an author of a books for children. The illustrations in the books she read were captivating, however often disappointing as the characters did not resemble her. Her stories provide relatable figures for children who what a hero who looks like them.
Vanessa enjoys reading adventure books. Her books reflect an adventure and tales of her childhood adventures.
She encourages students of all ages to, “Let your imagination be the framework for your creation. Never allow yourself to be defined by age, economic circumstance, race or gender.” All children have a story waiting to be written.
Vanessa enjoys reading adventure books. Her books reflect an adventure and tales of her childhood adventures.
She encourages students of all ages to, “Let your imagination be the framework for your creation. Never allow yourself to be defined by age, economic circumstance, race or gender.” All children have a story waiting to be written.
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On Zoom and Facebook Live on the
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Every Saturday
10:30 a.m.
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How Books are GEMS began:
A Love Story
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Eighteen (18) Years Later
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Since its inception, Books are GEMS has provided over 1.5 MILLION BOOKS to children and educators. Thanks to ongoing support from the El Paso Community, Books are GEMS continues to expand its reach through various programs.
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Timeline
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Books are GEMS Programs
- Six (6) Free Books a Month - General Bookstore - Free Materials for Educators - Storytime Saturdays - Major Distribution - Rx to Read |
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Please Be Patient When Standing in Line, Please Wear a Face Mask, Practice Social Distancing, Use Hand Sanitizer & Your temperature Will Be Taken Before You Enter to Receive Your Free Books for Each of Your Children!
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Books are GEMS
Phone:
(915) 845-5437
Address:
7744 North Loop, Suite B
El Paso, Texas 79915
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Phone:
(915) 845-5437
Address:
7744 North Loop, Suite B
El Paso, Texas 79915
Trouble finding us?
Books Are GEMS is located on the right side / back half
of the PNC Bank building
of the PNC Bank building
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