1000 Books Before School: Launch Party

Next date: Saturday, 18 October 2025 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Celebrate the launch 1000 Books Before School - our exciting new early learning program for children 0 - 5! Enjoy story time, cupcakes, and amazing balloon creations while fostering a love of reading from birth.

The launch will be in the Childrens area at Burwood Library.

What is a 1000 Books Before School?

1000 Books Before School is a joint project between NSW councils to support babies and young children spark a love of reading and build a strong foundation before starting school.

How can my family participate?

• All children must be aged 0 - 5 and have their own Burwood Library membership card. Sign up at the launch, or any time at Burwood Library!
• Log in on the Beanstack website or download the Beanstack app via Google Play or App Store.
• Register for the 1000 Books Before School challenge in October.
• After your child reads or listens to a book (at home, kindy or day-care), register the book in the Beanstack app.
• Read 1000 books and collect rewards on the way! Collect your very own book bag after 100 books, then win a merit patch to add to your bag for every 100 books.

The program finishes when 1000 books are read, your child turns 6 or starts school.

When

Location

Burwood Library and Community Hub, 2 Conder Street, Burwood, 2134, View Map