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t’s never too early to start enjoying books. Children can have their own library card from birth and can borrow up to 16 books. We understand that under 5s can damage books and we won’t charge you for it. Joining is absolutely free and this gives you access to all of Swindon’s 15 libraries.


All libraries have a weekly story and rhyme time for early years children. All children, no matter how young, are welcome with their


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parent or carer. Just ask at your local library for details.


Every summer, Swindon Libraries run the Summer Reading Challenge, where children can collect stickers, and be awarded a certificate and a medal for reading - babies and toddlers are very welcome too! For more information about children events contact:


For more information contact your local library or visit www.swindon.gov.uk/libraries


very child in the UK is entitled to two FREE Bookstart packs containing books, helpful guidance for parents and carers and all sorts of other free goodies. Bookstart is a national programme that encourages all parents and carers to share and enjoy books with children from as early an age as possible.


Bookstart packs E


Bookstart Baby Pack Box –


Swindon: This pack is given out by your health visitor at around the 6 weeks check-up. North Wiltshire: This pack is given out by your health visitor at the 8 month health check.


My Bookstart Treasure Bag –


this pack is given to your 3 - 4 year old child by their pre-school, nursery, children's centre or childminder during their last year before school.


For visually or hearing impaired children Bookshine and Booktouch packs are also available. For more information about the Bookstart packs visit: www.bookstart.org.uk


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