Children aged 4-11 can visit their local library and take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. You’ll discover fantastic new books, unlock rewards along the way, and achieve something amazing this summer.
To complete the challenge, children need to read 6 books over the summer holidays. They can read any books they enjoy and they will get rewards along the way and a medal and certificate when they have completed the challenge!
If you have a child under 5 they can take part in the mini challenge. They can collect a sticker for every story they’ve shared with a grown-up and will get a gold medal sticker when they’ve enjoyed 6 stories!
Pop in to your local library to ask about signing up your child for the Challenge. Some libraries will provide our dedicated Mini Challenge materials for pre-schoolers; others encourage pre-school children to take part using the main Summer Reading Challenge materials.*
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Children can take part online by signing up here, on the official Summer Reading Challenge website. You can set up a profile for your child with a reading goal and log their books. When they reach their goal, you will unlock a virtual badge and certificate.
Click here to find out more.
*Reward items, Challenge dates, and availability of materials will vary by location, so we recommend getting in touch with your nearest library to find out more about the Summer Reading Challenge in your area.
There are loads of events and activities happening in the summer holidays in your local library, linked to the theme of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.
For a full list of all the Libraries in BCP along with opening times, see the BCP Council website.
Get inspired for your very own reading adventure with this year’s official Summer Reading Challenge book collection – take a look below! Each book has been chosen specially for you by an expert group of readers for this year’s Challenge.
If you’re looking for some book suggestions to get you started with your Summer Reading Challenge, you are in the right place!
Picture Books – illustrated books, perfect for reading aloud.
Early Reader Books – shorter stories, perfect for emerging readers.
Middle Grade Books – longer chapter books, perfect for confident readers.
Are you excited to join the #StpryGarden challenge this summer? Keep an eye on the blog for all the latest Summer Reading Challenge news.
We hope you enjoy taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge this year! Let us know of any great book recommendations and how many books you managed to read. 