For those of you who don’t know, 826 Seattle is a branch of the national network of 826 centers across the country. In their own words:

“826 National is a family of seven nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping students, ages 6-18, with expository and creative writing. Each chapter offers drop-in tutoring, field trips, workshops, and in-schools programs — all free of charge — for children, classes, and schools with particular interests or particular needs.”

When we were developing A Story Before Bed, we immediately recognized that our mission of connecting distant families and children through reading was complementary to the 826 mission. We were thrilled when we called the folks at 826 Seattle and they generously agreed to provide a book for our library.

The Northwest Mythical and Unknown Creatures Organization Meeting #66 written by Noah Sather and illustrated by David Lasky is the latest addition to our collection of children’s books. Get a sneak peek into a meeting of some of the colorful mythical characters from the Pacific northwest including Seattle’s bridge troll, the living tree, and rain pixies. Royalties from purchases of recordings of this new book go to 826 Seattle to help further their mission.

Check out the book and check out 826 Seattle. They’re a great organization doing important work.