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Ed Word the Bookworm™
Meet Ed Word the Bookworm™! Ed Word is CapEd's Early Childhood Literacy & Bilingual Reading Ambassador.
What is a Reading Ambassador?
As CapEd's Reading Ambassador, Ed Word encourages kids to read through sharing his favorite books with young readers by traveling to different schools, libraries, and events. Ed Word is here to remind kids that reading is fun and helps our minds grow!
Bring Ed Word™ to Your School!
Through CapEd's Read to Rise program, librarians, teachers or counselors can request Ed Word to visit their school for events like a Family Literacy Night, a Classroom reading, and more. Contact our Brand Engagement team to schedule your visit.
Request a visitSharing Stories in Multiple Languages
Did you know that Ed Word™ is bilingual? He is very excited to read books in both English and Spanish.
Find Ed Word™ at the Children's Museum of Idaho
Ed Word™ has been seen visiting the Children's Museum of Idaho once a month to share stories with children and parents. Ed Word™ is always so impressed with all the young readers and can't wait to meet more of you!
Join Ed Word™ and local author Carla Crane Osborne for a reading session on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 11:30am to 12:00pm.
Featured Reader
Check out these amazing young readers sharing their favorite stories with Ed Word™.
Where Will Ed Word™ Be Next?
Find out where Ed Word the Bookworm™ will be so you can read along with him!
Friday, October 10, 2025
11:30AM - 12:00PM
Children's Museum of Idaho Reading Session
With local author Carla Crane Osborne
