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New to First Book?
Join us to connect with thousands of fellow educators and access exciting educational events and resources for you and your students.
Learn who can join the Community, who can access the First Book Marketplace, and how eligibility works.
Community
Your starting point
Peer exchange & content by the community
Events & discussions
Collaboration with other educators
Access to free learning tools & resources
Marketplace
In addition to Community, eligible members can also access:
Low-cost books & materials
Curated educational content
Special funding opportunities
Reliable access to supplies
After creating an account, you'll be guided through a short eligibility form.
Based on your responses, you'll receive immediate feedback on your Marketplace access.
Eligibility is based on who you serve, not just your role.
More details and examples are included in the FAQs below.
Create an account
Explore the Community
Check eligibility
Shop the Marketplace
Create an account
Explore the Community
Check eligibility
Shop the Marketplace
Community and Marketplace are part of the same account, with different focuses and access levels.
Community | Marketplace | |
|---|---|---|
Primary focus | Learning & connection | Purchasing & funding benefits |
Eligibility required |  |  |
Purchasing | | |
Events / discussion | | |
Still have questions? Contact our friendly Member Services team at 1-866-READ-NOW or help@firstbook.org, and we will answer your questions or help walk you through the membership creation process.
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