1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a self-paced early literacy program and is open for enrollment year-round.
Mission Statement:
To recognize the importance of early literacy skills and reading, to provide families with reading resources, and to promote the future success of children in school.
Objectives:
- To instill a love of reading in children that will help them become lifelong learners.
- To reinforce parents' and caregivers' role as their child's first teacher.
- To foster parent and child bonding through reading.
- To encourage families to regularly use the educational resources available at the Boca Raton Public Library.
Enroll now! There are three easy ways to enroll. BRPL cardholders will receive a special gift at enrollment:
- Online at BRPL's Reading Programs - 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
- Phone the Youth Services Desk at 561-393-7968 or 561-544-8584
- Visit either Youth Services Desk at the Downtown Library or Spanish River Library (when the libraries re-open)
If enrolling online or by phone, stop by either YS Desk (when they re-open) to receive your enrollment gift with your valid BRPL library card.
Helpful Resources:
Keep Track of Your Reading:
For every 100 books read, receive a sticker to add to your journal and celebrate your progress! Participants are acknowledged on the Community Board for every 100-book milestone. A graduation celebration will be held each May for participants who have read 1,000 books!
