What is a Reading Program?

A Reading Program like Summer or Winter Reading Program is an incentivized reading challenge for all ages, but especially for school-aged individuals. The goal is to encourage reading and reward readers with engagement, prizes, and activities!
“Summer reading is critical, not only for helping kids maintain learning while school is out, but also for fostering social-emotional development, discovering the joy of stories, and elevating the importance of lifelong learning.”
Check with your local public library to see when in-person registration opens—it varies slightly by location. You will receive a free log book and stickers to track your reading.
Your library may also have fun activities and initiatives for kids to take part in.

According to the American Library Association, “95 percent of libraries offer summer reading programs to forestall the “summer slide” in reading achievement experienced when learning takes a holiday between school terms.”