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The<\/span><\/span> 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten <\/span><\/span>program is more than just a reading challenge\u2014it\u2019s an opportunity for caregivers to play a vital role in their child\u2019s educational journey. By sharing books together, families cultivate<\/span><\/span> strong relationships and<\/span><\/span> a lifelong love of learning and reading.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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