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Literacy Initiatives

Preschool

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Storytimes

Storytime sessions for babies to preschoolers, designed to spark imagination and support early learning through books, songs and play.

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Get a free book mailed to your child every month until age five. There is no cost, no catch, just the joy of reading together.

1000 Books Literacy Initiatives

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Read 1000 books with your child before kindergarten and earn fun rewards for every 100. Build early literacy one story at a time.

School Age

200 Books Before

200 Books Before Middle School

Keep kids excited about reading with a fun milestone challenge. Log reading progress and earn prizes along the way.

60 Books Before

60 Books Before High School

Encourage preteens to build strong reading habits by completing 60 books before high school. Track titles, earn rewards, and grow confidence.

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50 Books Before Graduation

Support teen literacy with a personal reading challenge designed to follow you through high school. Track progress and earn recognition for your achievements.