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
  • 'What Babies Love!' - a colourful leaflet about different things you can do to develop your baby's language skills

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.