Library summer reading program ideas

Resources for keeping kids reading all summer long.

As a busy mom, you can't always get your kids to a summer reading program. Create your own at home! I'll tell you how and give you a FREE packet to get started.

Want to have some fun with your summer reading? Join the best Summer Reading Challenge and read through the rainbow this summer!

Keep those kiddos reading this summer with this FREE printable Summer Reading Bingo. Your kiddos will love these fun activities!

These printable summer reading challenge bookmarks are a fun way to keep kids reading during summer! Pick them up to hand out for students on break!

The Summer Reading Chart for kids is here and better than ever! With a road trip theme, reading activities and FREE to print, you can't lose with this one!

We spend many afternoons at our neighborhood library. At one point our time switched from going to find particular books, to just hanging out. For hours. Reading, exploring, asking questions, sharing, talking.... I wanted to share a quick list of fun things you can do at the library other than just check out books. Any of these ideas would be a great boredom buster. Just tell your kid you have an adventure in mind and embrace the mission with verve. You will have a great time! Please share…

Reading Colors Your World Let reading Color Your World this summer during the 2021 Summer Reading Program! All ages are encouraged to sign up for this challenge. Be creative, try new things, explore art, and find beauty in your world through virtual (both live and pre-recorded) and outdoor events, guided reading lists, and monthly challenges. Design your own challenge and fit reading into your summer schedule. Complete a combination of reading, activities, and events to earn prizes!

Next week marks the start of National Library Week!

This is a super simple idea sort of based around my summer punch cards. Most kids like having visual cues and these summer reading challenge bookmarks are perfect for that. They can...