Barbershop Books
  • E-Library
  • Blog
  • Press
  • Contact Us
  • About
  • Programs
    • Barbershop Books
    • Reading So Lit
    • E-Library
  • Locations
  • Get Involved
  • Donate
Barbershop Books
Menu
  • About
  • Programs
    • Barbershop Books
    • Reading So Lit
    • E-Library
  • Locations
  • Get Involved
  • Donate
  • E-Library
  • Blog
  • Press
  • Contact Us

Category: Read-Aloud

More Diverse Books? Yes, Please.

For decades, children’s books have failed to represent diverse characters, communities, and storylines on their pages.

YAP and BSB Logos

Meet The Barbershop Books Logo Designer!

Alvin Irby sits down with Michael Samuel, an iconic graphic designer and the creator of the Barbershop Books logo.

Mike Samuel Logos

In Support of Silliness: Why Schools Should Encourage Boys to Play

Boys are often told to sit still in school. But, according to one study, letting boys play and be silly may improve their reading ability.

Cartoon of boys and girls dancing

A Great Website for Kids You’ve Never Heard Of

Learn about the website packed full of interesting engaging stories that are read by actors you know and love.

Screenshot of storytimeonline.net
I am a reader
  • About
  • Programs
  • Get Involved
  • Donate
  • E-Library
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
Privacy Terms of Service
Get updates and helpful content!

Newsletter

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Follow us

Barbershop Books is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 46-4377279.
To support our cause, please mail checks to: 8 W 126th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10027.
Copyright © 2025 Barbershop Books, Inc.