1000 Books Before Kindergarten

The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is FREE and lets families read at their own pace. It helps babies, toddlers, and little kids get ready for school by building strong reading skills. Reading lots of books now can help them do well later in life!

Reading with your child helps them grow!

When you read books, sing songs, and talk with your child, it helps them learn new words and get ready for school. It also helps you and your child feel close and makes reading fun for life!

How the Program Works

• Sign up at any Davenport Public Library or sign up for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten online at davenportlibrary.beanstack.com.
• Read books from The Library or from home.
• Keep track of the books you read using Beanstack online or a paper log from The Library.
• Books read at storytime, daycare, or preschool all count!

Earn Prizes as You Read!

• 100 Books: Storytime at Home kit with songs, rhymes, a scarf, and a shaker.
• 250 Books: A new book!
• 500 Books: A mini flag for your room and your picture on a special display at The Library.
• 750 Books: Another new book!
• 1,000 Books: A t-shirt, your child's picture on display, and your child's name in their favorite Library book!

Need Help?

Ask the Youth Services team at ysp@davenportlibrary.com or get a brochure about 1000 Books Before Kindergarten (a Spanish language brochure about 1000 Books Before Kindergarden is also available).

This program is free thanks to the FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library and support from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).