Who we are:

Abrapalabra A.C. is a nonprofit organization from La Paz, Baja California Sur, founded in 2010 with the goal of bringing reading to children in a playful and fun way. We offer meeting spaces centered around books and the development of science through our libraries, workshops in public schools, and reading programs in state shelters.

Our experience allows us to affirm that it is no longer enough to simply offer books to children, as is the case with most public libraries. On the contrary, during the early years of life, the guidance of an adult is essential—someone to read aloud, spark conversation around the books, and propose activities that increase reading comprehension and awaken their curiosity.

We are convinced that reading is an activity that should generate pleasure. The reading habit is formed in early childhood, when children who cannot yet read view a book as a source of fun. Books should never be a punishment, nor should there be forced readings. They should always be presented as a leisure alternative that also allows us to travel and discover unexpected places, situations, and characters. The formula is simple: children return to our libraries because they have a great time while learning!