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The Imagination Library's model of providing a free book every month to children from birth to age five, regardless of their family's income or background, is known as universal book gifting. This approach aims to ensure equitable access to books for all young children, promoting early learning and a shared experience of reading across diverse communities, as seen in its global reach.
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