Creating a cozy, nature-inspired reading nook doesn’t have to be expensive. With a little creativity, you can build an inviting arch canopy using sturdy store-bought frames, playful DIY materials like pool noodles and hula hoops, repurposed camping tent arches, or even budget-friendly $13 dome tents from Big W and Kmart. This guide brings together all the options we’ve explored.

Reading books supports children to become emergent readers, it teaches sharing and involvement and develops early literacy skills. The Take Home Book Program guides families in building, confident and fluent readers and builds positive relationships between home and preschool.