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Books for Blue


 

An illustrative drawing of the character Blue from Books for Blue that says Lets get reading!!!

 

“Join Blue at the Library and ‘Keep looking to learn what you’re looking for.'”

-First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney

 

Meet blue.

Meet Baby Blue Hen, or “Blue” for short. Blue is a little chicken on a big mission to find a new book. Blue knows that with every trip to the library, there is an opportunity to learn something new — the key is to keep an open mind.

Illustrative Baby Blue sitting on an open book with his first library card.

 

 

Small illustrative blue decorative feather

Explore the wonderful world of reading with Blue.

 

About Books for Blue

By flipping through the pages of Books for Blue, readers can follow along on Blue’s adventure and discover the importance of exploration. Books for Blue encourages children and all readers to step outside their comfort zones, explore different genres, and discover their passions through reading. Books for Blue is part of a statewide Reading Tour hosted by First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney through her First Chance Delaware initiative.

Books for Blue is available in three languages, English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

Books for Blue will feature accompanying worksheets, videos, and events for further engagement. This book was made possible by the generosity and partnership of Casey Family Programs.

 

Get your book today

Families will be able to borrow Books for Blue from 33 libraries across the state. Copies are also being sent to school districts for distribution in their schools and early learning centers. 

First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney will be hosting events across the state as part of the Reading Tour with educators, members of the General Assembly, and various community partners. Please keep an eye out at your local library for upcoming community events! 

First Lady Tracy QC speaking at a library conference.
 

 

 

 

FREE books for kids through the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides children up to five years old with a FREE book every month. That’s 60 books in total!

First Spouse Tracey Quillen Carney advocated for the expansion of the Imagination Library into Delaware, and it has helped countless children since its implementation in 2020. As chair of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Delaware, the First Spouse is committed to ensuring that every child has access to quality books, giving them a “first chance” to succeed. Families can sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library on Delaware Libraries’ website: delawarelibraries.org/imagination.

Learn more about the Imagination Library

Imagination Library brought to you by Dolly Parton. Sign up for free books for kids!

 

 

A library card is waiting for you!

Getting a library card is free for all Delawareans. With your library card, you’ll have access to a vast collection of books, resources, and programs at every public library in the state. Whether you’re looking for picture books, learning materials, or fun activities, your library card opens the door to opportunities that are both engaging and educational. Visit your local library or click here to sign up today.

Get my library card

Multi-color library cards.

 

 

 

Find a library near you.

Use the interactive Google map tool to find one of the 33 participating libraries across the state. Simply enter your location, and the map will show your nearest library.

Learn more about Delaware Libraries

 

 

 

Join Blue at the library and "keep looking to learn wha you are looking for."



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