Click here for information on Montgomery County Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Montgomery County Public Libraries is challenging YOU to keep reading and learning all summer long. MCPL’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge offers all ages a chance to fill their summer with great books, fun programs, and a chance to earn some prizes along the way.
Preregistration begins May 15
Track your progress June 13–August 21, 2026
Click here for grade level book recommendations from MCPL.
This summer, kids in grades 1-6 earn a FREE book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. Read any eight books and record them in your Summer Reading Journal (see links below). When you're done, bring it to a Barnes & Noble store and choose your free book! Redeemable 7/1-8/31. Learn more here.
BOOK IT!® is a free reading incentive program for children in Pre-K through 6th grade.Use the BOOK IT!® Mobile App to set goals, track progress, and redeem rewards. During the summer months of June, July, and August, any child that meets their parent-set reading goals can earn a free Pizza Hut® single topping Personal Pan Pizza®* from participating locations. Click here for more information.