Did you know it’s possible to get your little ones new books each month FREE? With this Dolly Parton free books program called “Imagination Library” – your child can receive a FREE book in the mail each month, birth through Age 5!
This is an awesome program to get great books into the hands of families everywhere – here’s how to register your child:
What is Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program?
Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a program that was started it in Sevier County, Dolly’s home county, in 1995. The book program mails FREE books each month from birth to age five. These are high-quality books that are chosen by experts and are based on the child’s age. Dolly herself is known by children all over the world as the “Book Lady”.
How to Register Child for Dolly Parton Imagination Library?
You’ll need to check the availability in your area by entering your country and postal code. If it is available in your area you are given three options to register: online, by mail, or on location. Simply follow the instructions for registration.
How to Start Dolly Parton Imagination Library?
If the Dolly Parton Imagination Library is not available in your area, consider starting a chapter. Visit the “Getting Started” section of the website for more information. They give you details on how the program works and how to get started. They will walk you through how to put all the pieces together and the launch of a program.
Is Dolly Parton Imagination Library Free?
The program is free for children under the age of five. There are also great resources available online for parents that include reading activities, success stories, and important information about the the program. The program is funded through other nonprofits who also believe books foster the love of reading. This program costs nothing to families who participate.
How Does Dolly Parton Imagination Library Work?
The Imagination Library is a free book program. It mails your child a free, high-quality book from birth until age five every single month. Simply go online and register your child to receive his or her monthly book. Each month your child will receive a brand new book in the mail addressed directly to your little one. This becomes a fun time to check the mailbox for a new book each month.
Where is Dolly Parton Imagination Library available?
You can check to see if the program is available in your area by going to Find My Program. If it is not available, simply sign up to to receive information when it is available in your home county. You can even visit Start A Program to help bring the program to yours and other children in your area. The program is are available in communities in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland.
How Long Does it Take to Get books from Imagination Library?
Be patient, it can take up to 6-8 weeks after you register to receive your child’s first book. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library takes about 6 weeks to process your request before mailing them. The really cool thing is that Penguin Books USA prints books just for this program every month. The Imagination Library program currently serves over a million children all over the world.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library Book List
Dolly chooses only the best for children. Here is the current list that is age appropriate book for children based on the year they are born. Some of the most popular books include “Llama, Llama Red Pajama”, “I Am a Rainbow”, and “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”. The book list changes each year. Some of the most popular books are still being mailed to children.
This program is an amazing fit to the community and to your little one. So, spread the word. Once you sign up send your friends back here who have questions and want to know more.
SHELLY GINN says
I would like to get books for my two they are 2 and 4 year old.
Catherine Elliott says
I enrolled my grandson when he was first born June 14, 2917. He has never received a book as of yet. His sister has and she is 4 years old. I have tried to get in contact with someone to no avail. If you can help me I will be so happy.
Thank you,
Catherine
Sharon Willis says
I and my grandson’s mom signed him up last year when he was born. We are both educators who have pushed the program to our parents for years. We finally have a child, sign him up and received 1 book since February of this year. We we’re also unable to contact anyone directly affiliated with the organization after several attempts. We finally gave up. Sorry you had this experience and hope you get it resolved. It’s a great organization. We are just casualties in the process. Sharon
Mary Ann Ellerbee says
How do I sign up for these books for my grandkids
Amy Stephens says
I would the books for my grandchildren. Reading is a wonderful gift to give. Dolly Parton, you are an inspiration
Keri says
Keeps saying it’s unavailable in my area. I have 2 foster children that would get a lot of use out of this program. We read them stories every night at bed time. I’m trying to build a nice selection so as they get older they can choose. They are 1yr and 2 yr right now. This could be something they look forward to every month in the mail as well.
Kasey says
I hope it opens up in your area soon.
Erin Soley says
Do you still have foster children? I would be happy to send you some books! I am teacher I would be happy to send some your way.
Lisa Mullis says
I would really love to have so books for my twins if you still have them they are 4 years old and they love to be read to but they don’t really have a lot of a selection and when they get older as well if you still have them
Donna Marie Sherman says
I want to sign up for my [email protected]
Kasey says
You will need to contact Dolly Parton Free Books to sign up for the program.
Maddox Hanks says
I would like to sign up my Grandson.
Maddox Hanks says
I would like to sign my Grandson who just turned 5. Thanks Dolly You are awesome ❤
Debbie L Wright says
I have several grandchildren that would benefit from this. One child gets a book maybe 3 times a year. Not monthly. When i try to enroll it says not in our area but the other grandchild that gets books is in same area.
Kasey says
You would need to contact the program to see what is going on. I’m not sure.
Missy says
I’m moving and would like to know how to do a change of address my son loves every book he has received this far. Thank you!!
Kasey says
I’m not sure. You would need to contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library program.
Maria Johnson says
Would love this opportunity
Sue Harless says
I would like to recove Dollys books for my grandbabies, I have a 2 year old and a 3 year old.
Kasey says
You need to contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library. This post is just a summary of what they offer and we are not in any way affiliated with them.
Candace says
I sent the application off last year and my son hasn’t received anything in the mail. He is 5 years old now. i would like to know why.
Kasey says
Hi Candace, you need to contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library program. This is just an informational post and I am not affiliated with them.
Janet Stowe says
I want to sign up my great granddaughter. She will turn one in a month. I am not computer literate. Can you help me , please
Kasey says
You need to contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library. We are not affiliated with them and cannot order books for you. Thanks!
Kimberly Chatak-Nelson says
Q. My grandchild, niece or nephew lives in the qualifying area – can I sign them up to receive books through Imagination Library?
A parent or guardian must sign the registrations form for Imagination Library. If a grandparent, aunt or uncle completes the form, they must have a parent’s signature on the form. We encourage parents to complete the form directly, however.
Kasey says
You need to contact the Dolly Parton Imagination Library directly. I am not affiliated in any way. My post simply passed on information.
Emma Delgadillo says
I have a grandson who qualifies for these books. Could I ease get started in this program? Thank you
Kasey says
Hi Emma, you would need to contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library program. This post was written for informational content only.
Donna Gail Smith says
I would like to sign up my grandson to receive free books.
Kasey says
Please contact Dolly Parton Imagination Library to sign up. This post is just informational in nature, and I am not affiliated with Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
Yvonne Hettel says
How do I get my granddaughter signed up.
Kasey says
Hi! There are instructions in this post as well as a link to their website. I am not affiliated with Dolly Parton Imagination Library. This post was only for info.