Island Readers & Writers’ mission is to inspire a passion for reading and learning among children living on Maine’s coastal islands and in rural communities in Washington County’s “inland islands.”
BEHOLD! National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett Comes to Maine!
On his nationwide tour as national ambassador, Mac invites readers of all ages to join him in celebrating what’s vibrant, joyful and inspiring about this quintessential American art form.
Island Readers & Writers is thrilled to welcome Mac Barnett to Maine—his only East Coast stop on the 2026 Ambassador Tour!
CLASSROOM VISIT
Island Schools
Unpredictable weather, shifting ferry schedules, hopping aboard water taxis—all part of the journey for IRW’s School Programs team to reach our island partner schools. Pack a raincoat and some sturdy boots.
IRW’s Winter Booklist
35 Recommended New Books for Kids
Check out what we’re reading & recommending this winter!
