Call for Resource Guide Contributions

The theme for iREAD 2026 is Plant A Seed, Read and is rooted in the concept of farm to table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology. iREAD 2026: Plant A Seed, Read will provide a context for exploring culture, history, science, health, and human connection

Let your imagination and vision lead you to create and submit a proposal for the 2026 iREAD Resource Guide in one of the following categories:

    • Getting Started
      Publicity and Promotion; Registration and Recording; Staff Resources; and Slogans, Jokes, Tweets, and Quotes.
    • Crafts and Maker Ideas
      Please include a list of materials, sources for materials, step-by-step instructions, and resources. An original drawing, sample, and/or photograph is required.
    • Programming 
      Participatory and Passive Programs, Storytimes, Events, and Presenters
    • Decorations and Displays 
      Please include a list of materials, sources for materials, step-by-step instructions, and resources. An original drawing, sample, and/or photograph is required.
    • Bibliographies and Other Resources
      Fiction and nonfiction books, audio, or films for various ages. Indicate the reading level/interest category: board books, picture books, early readers, grades 2-6, teen, adult, or family.

Note: If you do not have all parts of your contribution ready, the forms allow you to start a contribution and save your progress. You can then access your contribution at a later time, make necessary additions and submit. 

Not sure what to submit or how to prepare a complete contribution? View samples below:

The deadline for contributions is January 31, 2025.

Benefits of submitting a proposal for the iREAD Resource Guide:

  • help shape iREAD future programs 
  • share your ideas and programming work with colleagues
  • have your name published in the iREAD Resource Guide 
  • build up your resume

If you have any questions, please email iread@ila.org.