Bookbug

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What is Bookbug?
Bookbug is a national programme encouraging all parents and carers to enjoy books with their children from as early an age as possible. We want every child in the UK to develop a lifelong love of books.

Find a Bookbug Session to suit you.

• babies and toddlers who love books begin reading sooner and have a better chance at school
• most of a child's language comes from the adults around them
• enjoying books with babies and toddlers increases language skills, and
• books help children to understand their world.

Bookbug gives the gift of free books to children periodically from 0 - 5 years, and provides guidance materials for parents and carers. They also aim to foster a love of books through a range of fun activities including Bookbug Library Challenge and Bookbug Sessions.


How do I get my child involved?

• Ask your Health Visitor about your baby's Bookbug Pack
• Bring your baby or toddler along to our free Bookbug Sessions. It's a great opportunity to sign up for baby's first library card and remember it's free to join the library.

• email: libraries.els@renfrewshire.gov.uk
• phone: 0141 887 2723
• fax: 0141 887 7340
• visit or write:
  Library Support Services
  Gallowhill Community Centre
  Netherhill Road
  Paisley
  PA3 4SF