08/27/2026
Thank you Dolly! We encourage families to participate in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library if your child is under five years old.
Dolly’s legacy reminds us that literacy is more than learning to read. It’s about opening doors to learning, imagination and opportunity — one book at a time. ❤️
"Dolly Parton created one of the most successful early literacy programs in the world through her Imagination Library.
Research shows that children who participate in the program develop stronger vocabularies, stronger early literacy skills, and a greater love of reading. But, the impact goes beyond academics — the program has been especially important for children living in poverty, where access to books is often limited. For many families, these may be the first books a child can truly call their own.
Dolly didn't just provide books. She helped make reading accessible, valued, and part of everyday family life. In communities where families may not have strong connections to books or literacy, she helped open the door to reading and learning.
By giving children access to books from an early age, the Imagination Library has helped reduce literacy gaps and better prepare children for success in school and beyond."
-Donna Fortune, associate professor of practice in elementary education
