WHPS Summer Reading 2023

Head to the ocean - Visit the public library - Plug into some great summer reading!

Just like you exercise to keep your body healthy, it is also important to read to keep
your brain healthy! 

Click on the links on this page for resources that will help you
keep reading.


West Hartford Public Libraries are OPEN and excited to see you this summer! 

Make the West Hartford Public Library one of your stay-cation destinations during the summer! With summer programming and events for all ages (including adults!), arts and museum passes, books in a variety of languages - there is something there for everyone! 

Studio 20 South , located in the Noah Webster Librar, is a digital maker studio for video, audio, photography, graphic design, 3D printing and more.

 Use the links provided here for more information on their summer offerings for students or click the logo above for the main library website. 

Don’t know what to read next? In a book rut? 

Try BookMatch, West Hartford Public Library’s personalized recommendation service!

It’s easy- Simply fill out a form with the link below. You will receive an email with 3 to 5 personal reading recommendations from our librarians within 7 days. Also, check out the additional selections below for our great recommendations.

Each year the State Department of Education and the Governor's office sponsor The Governor's Summer Reading Challenge to encourage students to engage in a variety of reading activities during the summer to help keep their minds active.  Below you will find reading suggestions for students from Pre-K through 12th grade and a message regarding the program. 

SR2023_ReadingList.pdf
SR2023_ParentInfo_English.pdf