Program information
The single most important thing you can do to prepare your children to read is to read to them every day. Research proves that children need to hear 1000 books before they begin to learn to read independently. Reading to children will increase their vocabulary and their listening and narrative skills. Reading with children will also help to instill in them self-awareness, confidence and an understanding of their place in the world.
HOW CAN I READ 1000 BOOKS?
One book a day for three years=1000
Three books a day for one year=1000
Ten books a week for two years=1000
WHAT COUNTS? Everything! Every book you read counts every time you read it! Books your child hears in Storytime count. Books that others read to your child count. It all counts! You can even repeat the same book 1000 times.
WHERE CAN I SIGN UP? Sign up in the Children’s Room. We will give you sheets to help you keep count of the first 100 books. When you finish reading 100 books, come back to the library for another set of sheets and a sticker. Children who complete 1000 books get to take a picture with our completer sign and receive a bag with goodies (including a book!)
WHEN CAN I SIGN UP? Today! Register anytime when your child is between birth and five years old.
1001+ Books
Have you finished your first 1000 books and there’s still time before Kindergarten? Why not aim for 2000 books or more! Let our Youth Services Staff know that you and your child want to try for another 1000 books and we’ll put your child back on our progress wall with a new color of name tag!