Bookstart for babies

For babies aged 0-12 monthsBookstart-for-babies-large
 
The Bookstart pack for babies contains two board books and a book of nursery rhymes, advice on sharing books, information about libraries and a strong canvas bag.


Full list of contents

  • Good quality cotton shoulder bag
     
  • Two board books – The Red House book plus the second book in the pack, which is from one of our 24 publisher supporters
     
  • Babies Love Books – a guidance leaflet on sharing books, written and illustrated by Catherine and Lawrence Anholt
     
  • Welcome to Bookstart - a baby's very first book list, consisting of a range of books carefully chosen by Booktrust
     
  • A Nursery Rhyme Book by John Prater with 20 rhymes.

Content of packs may vary.


How are packs delivered?

Packs are usually given out to babies at around 7 to 9 months by their health visitor.

Otherwise parents may ask at their local library.