Summer Reading Program 2026

Guidelines!

Small kids will log reading time by number of books read.  Older kids will log their reading time by minutes/days. We can accommodate individualized reading needs so all can participate.

Once children log a preset amount of time, they can return their reading log for a prize. 

Reading time and prizes will vary by age group.

Books read must be library books and read during the time frame of Summer Reading Program.  

Reading logs must be returned by the deadline to receive prizes.

Kids should read at roughly their reading level.  (We do not expect kids to select books based on their AR reading level.  This should be fun!)  If a 6th grader wants to read a random picture book, that is fine.   Stretching their reading levels by skipping a grade or two is highly encouraged!

Reading Tips!

Parents and caregivers, this is your opportunity to allow your child to shine!  Throw AR points out the window and let your child soar.  Let them select reading materials based on what they enjoy!  Let them read silly books, nonfiction books or even joke books that make the family groan!  Let them read above their reading level or revisit their favorite reads.  Just let them make fun choices that will instill a love of reading!

Bringing your child to the library will also give them the opportunity to increase their reading level over the summer. If they aren't reading, they will lose reading skills.  Scholastic has published an article on the the topic of the dreaded "Summer Slide."  Keep your kid reading to improve their literacy skills!