May is Mental Health Awareness Month & Military Appreciation Month!
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Books are Gems Is Now Giving FREE "Bags of Books"
Every Friday in 2021, until further notice.
Book Donations are Also Accepted Every Friday!
Hours of Operation - During the Pandemic
Friday's Only we are Open from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Books are Gems is closed Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun
Children do not need to be present to receive bags of books!
Face Masks Must Be Worn When Receiving Bags of Books!
Story Time Saturday Continues on Zoom
We are on Zoom on Saturdays & Facebook Live @ 10:30 a.m.
Every Saturday Until Further Notice!
Click to Join Zoom Storytime:
Click the following:
https://zoom.us/j/7088769805
Passcode: Books
Meeting ID: 708 876 9805
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Celebrating Military Appreciation Month
& Mental Health Awareness Month
Meet This Saturday's Story Time Reader!
6 Year Old Author, Alessandro Alvarez
Join Us for this Fun Saturday Morning!
Alessandro is a six-year-old who enjoys spending time with his loved ones, and doing everything a six-year-old does. He loves activities that involve jumping, running, and lots of laughter. He is mostly known for his loving nature and his bright personality. He loves to spark joy in others either through notes, drawings, paintings, etc. He is a student in the El Paso ISD. |
 ALESSANDRO ALVAREZ
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This Saturday, May 15th , the Following Book will be Read:
THE BRAVEST LITTLE BIRD BY
ALESSANDRO ALVAREZ
Too often we underestimate the power of a kind word, a listening ear, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. Authored by a six-year-old, The Bravest Little Bird is a heartfelt story that helps children cope with the uncertainties of the world, specifically dealing with commonly dreaded doctors' visits. Through vivid characters and a plot that will prompt your little one's empathy. This book also comes equipped with activity pages including coloring, word finds, and activities that will promote caring and citizenship, among others.
ALESSANDRO ALVAREZ
Too often we underestimate the power of a kind word, a listening ear, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. Authored by a six-year-old, The Bravest Little Bird is a heartfelt story that helps children cope with the uncertainties of the world, specifically dealing with commonly dreaded doctors' visits. Through vivid characters and a plot that will prompt your little one's empathy. This book also comes equipped with activity pages including coloring, word finds, and activities that will promote caring and citizenship, among others.
Free Kids Raffle Gift Saturday During Storytime! Join Us!
Please Print the Following Activity Sheets for Saturday Story!
THANK YOU FRONTLINE WORKERS! We Honor You!
Please Stay Safe During this Pandemic!
Click on our video below to learn more about Books are GEMS.
Changes to Our Programs, Because of the Pandemic! We Will Continue to Provide Free Books for Children! Please read the information below!
Correction to email: contact@booksaregems.org
Grab a Free "Bag of Books" on Fridays Only!
Pick up Your "Story Time Book"
on Fridays Only 2021 !
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 |
Our Current Program Changes! Children Cannot Go Inside the Bookstore to Select Books, We Will Provide Each Child With a Bag of Books by Grade Level & Gender!
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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 Bag of Books for Each of Your Children!
Our Location
Books are GEMS
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 BBVA Compass Bank building. -->
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 BBVA Compass Bank building. -->
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