
Celebrating 2023 EJK Bookmaking
Original picture books, written and illustrated by NYC public school students, grades 3-12, through which they share their inner thoughts and display extraordinary creativity and talent.

Earn 5.5 hours of CTLE credit!
Wednesday, July 19th, 9:00am-3:00pm
NYC Teachers & Librarians, learn how to use the inquiry process to encourage student voices through BOOKMAKING in your classroom
EJK Bookmaking Webinar, plus Q&A
Hosted by
Melissa Jacobs, Director of Library Services, NYC/DOE
Karen Rosner, Director of Visual Arts, NYC/DOE
Moderator: Jennifer M. Brown, Senior Editor, Shelf Awareness
Bookmaking Inspires!
Watch this 1:30 minute video and see what Bookmaking can do for you & your students.
Students say: “I’m reading more because of making my own book.” “Making this book has increased my self confidence.” “You get more ideas from making a book.”
Educators say: “Bookmaking gives your students a voice.” “You never know what your students can achieve, so go for it!”

Everything You Need
Check out our Improved and Easy to Use Resources, designed to help you run a successful EJK Bookmaking Program. Including
EJK Bookmaking Tutorials Writing and illustrating tutorials with Award Winning author/illustrator Katie Yamasaki