Resources

You don’t have to do this alone. Many national and state organizations want to help your child find reading success. Explore some of our favorite resources below.

Just Like You Activities

Check out these activities inspired by our free “Just Like You” storybook.

Read A Recipe

Show your little ones how words work with numbers by reading and preparing these delicious recipes.

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Craft Your Questions

Help your kids write their own "Just Like You" questions to ask friends and family. They’ll grow language skills while learning more about loved ones.

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Capture Reading Memories

Use our fun Facebook frames to capture photos of you and your little ones during storytime.

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Library and Reading Resources

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Wichita Public Library

Free E-books for Kids

Get access to hundreds of free e-books to read with your child.

Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

Free Audiobooks

These apps make it easy to borrow audiobooks from your local library.

Kansas State Library

Free E-books and Animated Stories

With a massive collection of digital titles, reading adventure is just a few clicks away.

Little Free Library

Find One Near You

Use this map to find a Little Free Library in your area.

Libby

Download the App

Choose from hundreds of your local library’s digital titles. Libby automatically returns the books when they’re due. No late-fee woes!

Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Do They Ship to Your Area?

Find out if you can register your kids to receive free, high-quality books every month.

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KPATA

Learning About Literacy

Tips on introducing your kids to reading before they’re in school.

KPATA

How Play Helps Learning

Playing with your kids helps develop all areas of their brain.

KPATA

Creating Positive Attachment

Build a supportive relationship with your kids to help them develop independence.

KPATA

Language Development Tips

Did you know baby talk, also called “parentese,” actually helps your little one’s brain grow?

ZERO to THREE

5 Ways to Raise Your Reader

Use these quick tips to start raising your reader from day one.

ZERO to THREE

Why You Need to Start Early

You can make a positive impact on your child’s language skills starting in the first year.

ZERO to THREE

Read Early and Often

Did you know little ones just a few months old can benefit from reading?

American Academy of Pediatrics

Books Build Connections Toolkit

This toolkit provides helpful reading tips and engaging resources for your child.

American Academy of Pediatrics

Structure a Nighttime Routine

Brush. Book. Bed. Learn about these three essentials for your child’s nighttime routine.

Reach Out & Read

Books for Each Age Group

Reach Out and Read has book recommendations for each age group and some tips for reading them.

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Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

Fun Library Events

Reading with friends grows your child’s literacy AND social skills.

StoryTime Village

Get Out and Read

Friends who read together stay together. Check out these free events from Storytime Village.

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Wichita Public Library

5 Activities for Learning

Take learning beyond the book with these five ways to help build reading skills.

Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

5 Ways to Help your Child Read

Reading isn’t the only way to grow your child’s literacy skills.

Kansas State Library

Research for Kids

Your kids can research science, explore history and even learn a new language!

Reach Out & Read

Early Reading Milestones

Kids learn fast when they’re raised on reading. Look for these milestones as your child grows.

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KPATA

KPATA Contact Directory

Contact your school district’s representative to set up home visits with education experts or to join a learning playgroup.

American Academy of Pediatrics

Early Literacy Resources

Support your child’s early learning with this collection of national and community resources.

American Academy of Pediatrics

Read as a Family

Make reading time family time with these fun games, stories and tips.

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