The City of Sault Ste. Marie launched Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, a global initiative designed to foster a love of reading among young children. The program offers free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, aiming to ignite a lifelong passion for reading and learning. Developing early literacy skills is critical for success in school and building a strong bond with your child that will last a lifetime. This goes beyond just receiving books; it entails investing your time in your child’s growth.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library puts books into the hands and hearts of children across the world. These books are personalized with each child’s name and mailed directly to their home to create a gifting experience that makes books exciting and encourages families to spend time enjoying books together. Best of all, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is available to all children at no cost to the family.
To be eligible for the program, children must meet the following criteria:
- Be between the ages of birth and five years old.
- Live in the City of Sault Ste. Marie.
- Be registered by a responsible adult, such as a parent or guardian.
Families in Sault Ste. Marie can enroll their children to receive free books by visiting the official registration page.