It’s time to celebrate Star Wars Reads!
Launched in 2011, Star Wars Reads is a month-long celebration of reading for all ages. Created by Disney Publishing and Lucasfilm, Star Wars Reads honors the magic of reading through a commitment to inspiring the next generation of storytellers and innovators. In years past, Star Wars Reads activities have included book giveaways, printable activity kits, demonstrations by illustrators, and more.
Running from October 1st through October 31st in collaboration with First Book, a non-profit organization dedicated to building a world where every child has access to a quality education, this year’s Star Wars Reads activities also focus on supporting under-resourced communities with book donations, support from Disney VoluntEARS, classroom resources and activity kits, as well as engagement opportunities with Star Wars authors.
To kick off the celebration, Lucasfilm Publishing and First Book are hosting a livestream event with First Book’s Network of educators across the country, including learning activities, a virtual class visit and Q&A with Star Wars authors Charles Soule and his daughter Rosemary Soule.
More ways to celebrate:
- Host or join an event at your local library or bookstore in celebration of Star Wars Reads. In the past, events have included Star Wars themed scavenger hunts through the shelves and craft-making (think DIY Yoda ears)!
- Parents, teachers, and librarians can access the new downloadable (and printable!) 2024 Star Wars Reads Activity Kit, which includes games, puzzles, trivia, and more!
- Share stories from a galaxy far, far away with friends or family by reading a beloved favorite.
- Or pick up a new story from Star Wars: The High Republic or one of many other Star Wars books and comics.
Disney Publishing will also donate about 60,000 books around the country, with community outreach events in Tampa, Fla. and New York City, N.Y. in collaboration with First Book, Blue Star Families and New York Edge.
