Bookstart

 

Give your new baby an introduction to the exciting world of books with help from Glasgow Libraries

Bookstart

 

Bookstart is built on a simple premise - babies who have an early introduction to books benefit in lots of different ways:

  • educationally
  • socially
  • culturally
  • emotionally

 

An early start with books helps to develop the motivation, concentration and attention that are necessary for learning. 

 

Research has shown that children introduced to Bookstart have a head start when beginning school over their peers who haven't been introduced to Bookstart.

 

You can help give your child a head start in life by making him or her a Bookstart Baby.

Photograph of 3 babies sitting on the floor with books

 

 

Packs containing lots of useful information on how to enjoy sharing books - including baby books and a nursery rhyme placemat - are available free of charge.

 

 

How Do I Get My Free Bookstart Pack?

 

When you attend your baby's 7-9 month development check, your Health Visitor will provide you with either a pack or a voucher, which can then be redeemed at your local library.