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Bookstart for parents

Bookstart aims to provide a free pack of books to every baby in the UK, to inspire, stimulate and create a love of reading that will give children a flying start in life.

 

Find out about your special Bookstart packs, download a range of resources to help you enjoy sharing books with your child, find fun reading events in your area and more!

Children are never too young to start loving books!

 

> Also check out the Family Activities section for information about National Bookstart Day, tips on Bedtime Reading, play interactive Bookstart games, recommended reads and more!

Bookstart Packs

Click here to read about the different packs available to children in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales


Downloads

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Click here to download various resources to make storytime more fun

Bookstart Blogs

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Click here to read blogs written by parents and by the Bookstart Bear

Bookstart Ecards

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Click here to create and send your own ecards


Events

Bookstart events map

Click here to view our calendar and find out what events are happening near you

News

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Click here to view the latest news and developments in the world of Bookstart

Related pages

> Visit the Family Activities section for much more including news on National Bookstart Day, online games, Bedtime Reading tips and more!