Bookstart
Bookstart gives free books to every child to help you enjoy reading together and build a love of stories at home.
Your child can get two packs:
- Bookstart Baby Pack for babies aged 0 to 12 months
- Bookstart Treasure Bag for children aged 3 to 4
Health visitors give these packs to families.
If English is not your first language, you may be able to get a book and guidance in another language. Ask your health visitor.
Children with additional needs can get extra support packs. A set number is available for each local authority. Ask your health visitor about:
- Bookshine for children who are deaf
- Booktouch for children who are blind or partially sighted
- Bookstart Star for children with conditions that affect fine motor skills
You can get these packs as well as the two standard Bookstart packs.
About Bookstart
Bookstart is run by BookTrust, an independent charity. It is funded by the Department for Education and support from more than 25 children’s publishers.