1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a self-paced early literacy program that encourages families to read at least 1000 books to their children before they start kindergarten.
YOU CAN SIGN UP AT ANY MANATEE LIBRARY LOCATION TO GET STARTED.


1000 Books Before Kindergarten

WHY 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN?

Learning to read begins long before a child reaches kindergarten. Reading builds vocabulary and language skills, and helps equip children with the skills they need to be ready for primary education. Reading together is a great way to develop a love of reading, as well as spend quality time with your child.

IT CAN BE DONE!

Preschool children (0-5 years old) work on this challenge with family members, caregivers, teachers, and librarians. Read 3 books to your child each day; you will have read 1,095 books in one year. If you read one book a day, you can be done in less than 3 years.

HOW IT WORKS!

It's easy to get started! Come into the library and sign up. It takes less than 3 minutes. Get your first reading log and begin as soon as you are ready. Turn in your reading logs every 100 books and win prizes at key milestones: 100 Books, 250 Books, 500 Books, 750 Books and 1000 Books!