The Bendigo Reads website is an initiative of C4C Bendigo to support early language and literacy development.

By the time a child reaches five years old almost 90% of their brain has developed. Help switch on lights in their brain by reading, singing, talking and playing together every day.

Over 1800 books donated to newborns in Bendigo every year

261 children are enrolled in the Imagination Library Bendigo and 325 children have graduated

82 Book Box Libraries in the community