This eager reader’s mother shared with us they began reading books for the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program when John was three. He is four and a half now and loves to read several books each night. Mom said participating in the program made her more aware of how important it is to read together, and to read a lot. Stephanie is so glad the library offers this initiative as it keeps kids off phones and allows them to use their imagination. She predicts John will complete 1000 books in the spring of 2025 well before starting Kindergarten!
Families record their progress either on paper logs provided in the starter kit or on Beanstack, DCPL’s reading tracker app. In 2024, there were more than 500 families participating in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and 39 families completed reading the challenge!
The DeKalb Library Foundation funds programs and services for DeKalb County Public Library not covered by tax dollars. Your generous donations help provide the supplies for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, wireless hotspot devices, craft materials, books for book clubs, and so much more.
Please consider a gift to the DeKalb Library Foundation by December 31.
