A family challenge that celebrates early learning & the fun of sharing stories!
Why 1000 Books?
The best way to ensure a child has the skills necessary to learn to read is having someone read aloud to them. They will learn that letters make sounds, sounds make words, and words make stories! Create life long memories and instill a love of reading.
Who can sign up?
Any child from birth until kindergarten, at any time.
What books count?
Books read at storytime, by teachers, family & most importantly you. If you read it more than once, count it! Ebooks count too.
Does it have an end date?
There’s no end date except for your child starting school. Read 3 stories a day and you will have read over 1000 books in a year!
How do we keep track?
Sign-up at the Children’s Desk. You will get a log to track your first 100 books. Bring it back to us when you reach 100 for a sticker and a new log. Receive a small incentive for each milestone along the way.
Is there an App for that?
Yes! Search your app store for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, iPhone & Android.
Tips for sprinkling early literacy into your day.
Integrating reading, talking, writing, signing, and playing into your child’s daily routine offers a balanced and enjoyable way to strengthen the core elements of early literacy. By making these activities part of their day, you not only support their language development but also create a dynamic and engaging environment where learning feels like an exciting adventure!
Can we really read 1000 books?
Yes! Check out the table below to see how many books you should read to make your goal.
| Your child's age when you begin 1000 Books | Number of books read per day to reach 1000 | Number of Books read per week to reach 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| 0 Years Old | 1 | 4 |
| 1 Years Old | 1 | 5 |
| 2 Years old | 1 | 7 |
| 3 Years Old | 2 | 10 |
| 4 Years Old | 3 | 20 |