1,000 Books
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a fun and simple way to support your child’s healthy development.
Reading together builds early language skills, strengthens your bond, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning—one story at a time!
It only takes one bedtime story a night to reach 1,000 books before they start school.
Learn more and get free resources below.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
📖 One bedtime story a night can...
📖 One bedtime story a night can...
strengthen family bonds.
Reading together builds trust and emotional connections.
create a sense of security and routine.
Reading together can naturally build structure and routine. A consistent reading time helps your child feel safe and secure while also reducing stress for both of you.
cultivate a love of learning.
Children who enjoy books often become curious, lifelong learners.
boost brain growth.
The first five years are crucial for brain development. Early reading strengthens memory, focus, and thinking skills.
improve Kindergarten readiness.
Hearing and seeing words in books helps children understand how language works, laying the foundation for strong reading skills and a smooth start to school.
expand experiences and vocabulary.
Books introduce children to new places, ideas, and words, building their background knowledge. This foundation helps them learn new information more quickly and improves reading comprehension.
Free Resources
Why 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten?
Discover why reading 1,000 times before age five can make a big difference in your child’s growth.
This quick guide breaks down the benefits and offers simple, doable ways to reach the goal—no stress, just stories!
1,000 Books Tracker
Make reading even more fun with this colorful tracker kids can mark as they go!
Along the way, caregivers get helpful tips to support healthy development and build strong bonds—one book at a time.