A big thank you to all our Reading participants for making this past summer amazing. We can't wait to see you all next year for...

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Summer Reading 2026

WHY SUMMER READING?

Educational studies have shown that the summer reading program has positive effects on students in that voluntary reading correlates with high levels of reading achievement, increased comprehension, and prevents a student’s academic ‘summer slide’ and counters learning loss.

Here are some additional benefits of having students enroll in the summer reading program:

• Young children will gain self-confidence and a love for reading, books, and the library.
• The groundwork will be laid for children to become lifelong readers and learners.
• Entire families will have the opportunity to participate in age-appropriate summer reading events.
• Completion of the program will give children a sense of accomplishment and belonging.
• Parents and caregivers will gain knowledge about early literacy and learning activities at the library that they can continue at home.
• The library becomes a community destination for more families during the summer.

Summer Reading Challenges:

To be eligible to enter the grand prize drawings, participants must complete the challenge by reading and logging the required amount of time and activities for their age group.