Summer is here and maintaining good reading habits in the summer months helps keep kids’ minds sharp. Below are a few programs that will keep kids reading all summer long:
Hillsborough County Public Library
The theme of this year’s summer reading program is One Country — a tribute to America’s 250th Birthday. Readers of all ages can log reading hours from June 1 through July 31. Logged reading unlocks the chance to win exciting prizes. Visit hcplc.org/events/summer to register and get started.
Camp Book It!
This program offered by Pizza Hut, allows parents to track and reward their kids’ reading for June, July and August on a digital dashboard. When kids meet their monthly reading goal, they’ll receive a certificate for a free one-topping Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut. Sign up at bookitprogram.com/programs/camp-book-it.
Hillsborough County Public Schools Summer Reading with myON
This reading program has three separate challenges — one in June, July and August. Students in pre-K to grade 12 can participate in one, two or all three of these challenges. Learn more at hillsborough.renaissance.com.
Reading with the Rays
This is a great way to get your baseball-loving kids to keep reading. Kids simply pick their favorite books from home, the local library or anywhere they choose. Visit mlb.com/rays/community/reading to download a game card.
Score Through Stories
Join the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ Summer Reading challenge for a chance to win prizes like tickets to a Rowdies home game or a visit to the Great Explorations Museum! Visit rowdiessoccer.com/score-through-stories to learn more.
Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Journal
Kids in grades 1-6 earn a FREE book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. Read any eight books and record them in a Summer Reading Journal that can be found on their website (barnesandnoble.com). When you’re done, take it to a Barnes & Noble store and choose your free book! Redeemable 7/1-8/31.
Happy reading!