About

Research shows that early literacy sets the stage for a child's future success by promoting academic achievement, reduced grade retention, higher graduation rates, and enhanced productivity in adult life.  Since its inception, BookSmiles has promoted literacy and the joy of reading by giving nearly two million books to Philadelphia and New Jersey children who need them most.

By diverting used children's books from going to landfills or pulpers, we provide millions of books with new life. Starting in infancy, children living in book deserts can build robust libraries of their own, inviting academic success!​