We hold free book fairs at qualifying Title I elementary schools across the DFW area, where every student chooses a brand-new book to take home. Sponsors fund everything, and BDK brings the books, volunteers, and book fair experience at no cost to your school, students, or families.
We set up in your library, gym, or cafeteria and run the fair with our volunteers. It’s organized, joyful, and low-stress for your staff.
On fair day, we bring
“The overall excitement in the building was palpable.”
To qualify for a free DFW book fair, schools must meet the requirements below.
Sponsor-funded fairs go where the need is greatest.
Title I elementary school (PreK–5th grade)
Located in Denton, Dallas, or Tarrant County
70%+ economically disadvantaged AND 40%+ English Language Learners
Meet all three?
A few students chose the book that we read for our class novel study and were so excited about having their own copy!
Complete the School Information Form and we will review your request and be in touch.
For librarians, principals, teachers, counselors, and PTA members, anyone requesting on a school’s behalf.
Yes. Every book fair is funded by sponsors. There is no cost to the school, the students, or their families.
Your school provides the space, tables, dollies, and a date. BDK brings the books, volunteers, and book fair experience.
Brand-new books, volunteers, and setup and support on fair day, the full book fair experience. Every student chooses and keeps a brand-new book.
Yes. Our fairs include a Spanish table with bilingual board books, bilingual picture books, and chapter books in Spanish.
We will review your request and be in touch. We confirm whether your school meets the requirements, and qualified schools are scheduled as sponsors fund additional fairs.
If someone in your school community knows a business, employer, church, civic group, or donor who may want to support a fair, we welcome the introduction.
The form takes a few minutes. We will review your request and be in touch.
Questions? Email Michelle at [email protected].