Books for Babies
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Books for Babies


Books for Babies is a program supported by the Friends of the Oskaloosa Public Library. The program was developed to help new parents become better acquainted with the Oskaloosa Public Library and its services, in addition to providing information about helping children become a lifelong readers.

A packet of information about the Books for Babies program can be found in the Mahaska County Hospital packet given to new parents. Please take a moment to look over the packet and and bring in the free book coupon to the library.

At the library, you'll get to choose from these great titles:

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown & Clement Hurd


Snuggle Puppy by Sandra Boynton


Barnyard Dance! by Sandra Boynton


You'll also receive a packet that includes facts and tips for parents, library information, and reading lists for children and parents.


Sharing a good book can be rewarding experience for parents and their children.
Start your child, now, on a journey to be treasured for a lifetime.




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