Every summer since 1920, the library has run the Summer Reading Program. The main purpose of the program since its inception has been to combat the “Summer Slide” or the tendency for children to lose knowledge they have learned in school over the summer. Studies have repeatedly shown that even small amounts of engaged reading over summer vacation greatly helps reduce this loss.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE
The Summer Reading Program has grown to be much more than just an educational program though! Today, we offer prizes and programs to encourage and celebrate participation. We also offer the SRP to people of all ages, so that everyone can celebrate the love of reading!
How to Participate:
- 1. Click the link above or fill out a physical form at the library to register for the program.
- 2. Use the links below to read or download the reading logs you need. You can also track your time read in your own way, but please be sure to track your time in hours read.
- 3. Read! Written material of any kind count (books, magazines, newspapers, etc.) as do audiobooks, podcasts, or digital materials. Stories read out loud by one person to another also count for both!
- 4. Win prizes!