Desert Ink Press, a project of Books for Classrooms, is led
by consultant, Husi Cázares (enrolled Tohono O’odham). Co-author and
illustrator of the first seven bilingual Tohono O’odham children’s books to be
published by spring 2026.

Studies show that the biggest barrier to literacy in the
United States is lack of access to books. Students who see themselves in high
quality, relevant books read more and gain in literacy skills. Our goal is that
every child sees themselves in the books they read.