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What is 1000 Books Before Kindergarten?
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a program designed to help parents prepare their children for one of life’s big milestones: Kindergarten. Research has shown that children get ready to read long before they enter school. An excellent way to get your child ready to learn is to read to them.
Getting started...
- Come into the library to register or register with the form below. If you’d like to track with a paper log, please pick one up at the library. You can also register for the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten App and track your progress digitally.
- Every time you read 100 books, you can come into the library to collect a sticker.
- Send a photo of your child to trotter@veronalibrary.org if you’d like your child to be a part of the 1000 Books display in the Children’s Room.
- Keep reading!
It’s okay if you read the same book 100 times! Rereading old favorites helps brains grow. Reading a book your child already knows strengthens connections in the brain, ensuring those connections stay put as your child continues to learn new things.
Read-to-Me
Summer Challenge
During Summer 2025, all our pre-readers are invited to participate in the Read-to-Me Challenge. Download the pdf here or pick up a copy at the library. Complete the literacy activities before September 1st for a treasure chest prize and continue on your journey to 1000 Books this summer!