About the Book Club

Early childhood education and literacy are very important to me, and statistics show that children who have access to age-appropriate books in their homes have a better chance at succeeding academically.

Reading at grade level by 3rd grade is a key marker for a child's academic trajectory and builds a stronger foundation for success throughout their lives.

I am proud to team up with Scholastic, an organization that has been providing books and educational resources to educators and families for more than 100 years, and Read On Phoenix, a public-private partnership of community stakeholders dedicated to ensuring that every child will have the skills necessary to read at or above grade level by the end of third grade.

How to Sign Up

The Book Club is open to residents of Phoenix with a child between the ages of 4 to 8 years old. When you register, your child will receive a birthday book each year through to their 8th birthday. There is no need to sign up again. Each book will arrive addressed to the reader with a special birthday message from me. 

Parents with more than one child can register them by completing the same form for reach child.

Please note: Due to processing times, new sign ups that occur less than 2 weeks from a birthday may be unfulfilled. ​

We appreciate your patience and are excited​ to have you as part of the Mayor's Birthday Book Club!