1000 Books Before Kindergarten
A 1,000 (thousand) Books Before Kindergarten is an educational initiative with three main goals: to promote early childhood literacy, to prepare young children for kindergarten, and to facilitate family bonding through reading.
Parents and caregivers may register any child between the ages of 0-5. Any book may be counted and books may be repeated. Repetition is even encouraged as it increases both comprehension and confidence in young children. Keep track on your paper log or in Beanstack. (The library has a limited number of paper logs available in the Youth Services Department.) In keeping it eco-friendly, we encourage you to track via the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten APP. We do have tracking logs and stickers available in the YSD.
When your child reaches a milestone, let us know and we will set aside a milestone sticker and prize.
All children who have not entered kindergarten or the equivalent are eligible to register. Participants are not required to be Pottstown Regional Public Library cardholders or residents of Pottstown. However if you would like to request a library card. Click here for details.
Visit 1000 Books Before Kindergarten to learn more about the program.
Welcome to the Pottstown Regional Public Library’s
1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN CHALLENGE
Did you know that reading to your child is one of the most powerful ways to boost his or her brain power? The simple and enjoyable act of sharing books helps your child learn pre-reading skills such as understanding the sounds letters make, developing a bigger vocabulary, and building background knowledge—all important skills that help prepare your child for learning to read and entering kindergarten.
Pottstown Regional Public Library’s 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a fun, exciting, and free way to start your child on the path to success! Any child ages birth to five years can participate. Just follow these steps:
- Register: Sign up at Pottstown Regional Public Library in the Youth Services Department or by clicking HERE. Pick up program materials at the library or print them from our website.
- Track Your Reading: Fill in a circle and write down each book you read with your child on your reading log.
- Every Book Counts: Even if your child wants to hear the same book again and again, you can count it each time. You can also count the books your child hears in storytime, in daycare or preschool, or with a friend or family member, as long as your child listens to the entire book.
- 100-Book Milestones: Each time you read 100 books, bring your reading record to the library to receive a special reward. Take home a new reading record for your next 100 books.
- 1,000 Books: You did it! Come celebrate at the library, see your child’s name placed on the 1,000 Book Walk of Fame, and receive a free book.
- Keep on Reading: Don’t stop at 1,000! Keep on reading together; there’s more learning ahead!
Singing songs, saying rhymes, telling stories, and playing with your child are all great ways to build their literacy skills. Visit Pottstown Regional Public Library often for free programs that are fun and educational for your little one and to find great books to share with your child.
One thousand books may seem like a lot, but if you read just one book a night, you’ll meet your goal in less than 3 years. If you read three books a night, you could reach your goal in just one year! Ask our friendly staff for suggestions—we’re here to help you on your journey to 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten!
Happy Reading!
If you have any further questions email prplyouth@mclinc.org or call (610) 970-6551 ext. 3
