Books Alive!

Books Alive! For Kids® is a performing arts literacy program that makes books come alive through sight, sound, and touch and inspires a lifetime-love of reading and the arts for children ages 6 - 12.

Each book within the BA!FK® app (which is still in its BETA version) is selected by educators under the guidance of Learning Through Art, Inc. – the non-profit organization who designed and launched the Books Alive! For Kids® in-person performing arts literacy program in public schools 24 years ago, and who continue to inspire young readers and artists today.

The app is a wonderful companion for learning at home or in school, and pairs with the Books Alive! For Kids® subscription program - where you can sign up to get REAL books and craft materials sent to your home or classroom to pair with all of those you see in the app. If your school is already a Books Alive! For Kids® subscription partner, reach out to their resource coordinator or email us at support@lartinc.com and we’ll make sure you have your login info.

**AT THIS TIME, BOOKS ALIVE! FOR KIDS® AND THE APP ARE ONLY AVAILABLE BY SUBSCRIPTION - SUPPORTING SCHOOLS, FAMILIES, EDUCATORS, CAREGIVERS, STUDENTS, AND HOMESCHOOLERS. To learn more or to sign up contact support@lartinc.com**

Download the app today and, with your Books Alive! For Kids® subscription, unlock the magic of literacy and the arts!

A sampling of what you’ll find:

GREAT BOOKS WITH GREAT MESSAGES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
The BA!FK® library features books curated by educators that teach themes including Social-Emotional Learning, Empathy, & the Beauty of our Differences. The BA!FK® app aims to engage entire families. While there is plenty for young readers to explore on their own (like videos, multiple-choice and word-identification games and coloring pages!), we hope adults will be on-hand to discuss the stories, help with crafts, and enjoy the performances with them. At times there are prompts to ask a grownup for help - like when using scissors or glue, gathering craft supplies, or asking questions about big feelings.

EMMY-AWARD WINNING VIDEOS
Like many apps, ours engages and teaches through audio-visual learning, but unlike most others, our productions won a regional EMMY for best long-form Youth Content. That win – in the midst of the pandemic – inspired us to partner with app developers to make our content even more accessible and interactive to early-readers that we can’t always engage with in person.

A MAGICAL CLUBHOUSE FULL OF FRIENDS AND ARTISTS
Our host and mascot, Paige Turner the story-loving owl, helps kids see themselves in the stories they read. She asks the trusted adults in her life big questions about everything from what new words mean, to what it’s like to feel “different.”
Paige also interacts with a variety of amazing professional artists and performers who help children see themselves in the arts - from choreographers and ballet dancers, to theatrical performers, visual artists, and even explorers of nature!
LTA's mission is dedicated to ensuring the visibility and reflection of all children in the stories we share.
“If you can see it, you can be it!"

IMAGINATIONS UNLOCKED FOR FULL-CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Interactive and educational games, crafts, and activities.
Creative expression through storytelling, hands-on crafts, coloring, and activities that build a love for the outdoors, exploration, the arts, and physical performance.

CREATED BY EDUCATORS
Our educational content is designed by education, arts, and early-literacy experts with more than 40 years of experience who have proven track records of improving literacy-levels and inspiring a love of reading.

BA!FK® is designed for use in:
Traditional & Montessori classrooms
Homeschooling
Online learning
Community outreach
Tutoring acceleration
Or just for FUN!

There's always support if you need it - by emailing support@lartinc.com; within your subscription; or by heading to the Books Alive! For Kids website booksaliveforkids.com