Get Books

I am extremely grateful for the Children’s Book Project! There is no way I could have stocked my classroom library with such diverse, challenging, and leveled books without the Children’s Book Project. In addition, their open doors and hearts inspire me every time I visit. Thank you!
Rachel R.

Teacher

Staff of organizations serving low-income children are welcome to make an appointment to get free books for infants through teens at our Book Bank.

  • You may arrive anytime during Open Hours on your confirmed appointment date. 
  • Each client must book their own appointment to Get Books.
  • All appointments are subject to review for eligibility for our services.
  • Same day appointments may become available as colleagues cancel or reschedule.

After booking: You’ll receive an immediate confirmation via email, and then two reminders — one a week in advance, and another three days before your appointment.

  • If you don’t receive an auto confirmation, you either: didn’t complete the booking, typed in an incorrect email address, or it’s waiting in your junk folder.
  • If you can’t make it to your appointment: simply click “cancel” or “reschedule” in your confirmation message — it’s easy, and good karma!
  • We update our procedures from time to time: so review your confirmation email before each visit.

Know before you go: Properly fitted face masks encouraged inside the Book Bank. We will supply one if you don’t have your own.

Parents & Guardians: Our Book Bank does not serve individual families. Please invite staff of organizations that serve your children — their educators, nurses, doctors, social workers, and other providers — to make an appointment to Get Books for your children and their programs.

BOOK BANK

2166 Palou Avenue, San Francisco 

Ample free parking and conveniently located near Highways 101 and 280—just a block away from SCRAP!

Class Sets

We have a variety of titles in sets for classroom use. See our current inventory here, and contact us to confirm availability.