Summer Reading

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All Together Now for Summer Reading!

It's almost time! It's nearly here! Get your reading list ready because summer reading season is just around the corner.

Join Meridian Library District June 1st - August 14th for a summer of fun and reading. The Summer Reading theme this year, All Together Now, is centered around friendship, kindness, and unity. We are excited to include these important themes in our programs and events surrounding Summer Reading this year. 

Summer Reading Kickoff June 1st

You're Invited!

Join Meridian Library District for the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on Thursday, June 1st from 4:30 - 7:30pm at Settlers Park. Enjoy fun and games with more than 30 activity booths. Grab a bite to eat from one of the food trucks. Sign up for Summer Reading while you're there and receive a free book! 

This year all ages are encouraged to participate as we have expanded our summer reading categories to Early Learners (0-5), School Age (6-12), Teens (13-18), and Adults (19+). 

How to Participate:

Registration Information:

Read more about Summer Reading prizes below in each age category. All minutes read must be logged by August 15th.

Summer Reading Events

Summer Reading Kickoff!

Halfway There Fair

Track Your Progress

Summer Reading participants will be able to track their reading online as well as with paper reading logs. Check back soon for more information and links to track your progress!

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Summer Reading Challenges for All Ages!

We are excited to include all ages in our summer reading program this year. Expand each section below to read more about specific age category challenges!

Reading Challenge

Complete the Summer Reading program by practicing an early literacy skill (reading, singing, talking, playing, or writing) for 20 minutes a day for 45 days.

View our Early Literacy Tips for Caregivers to learn more about implementing early literacy practices at home. 

Prizes

Earn a free book just for signing up! Earn more prizes by completing 10 days, 20 days, and 30 days of practicing early literacy skills. Complete all 45 days of reading to win another free book!

Reading Challenge

Complete the Summer Reading program by reading everyday for 45 days.

Extreme Explorer Challenge

Complete 10 fun activities in our Extreme Explorer Challenge to earn an exclusive library card with a unique Extreme Explorer Design.

Prizes

Earn a free book just for signing up! Earn more prizes by completing 10 days, 20 days, and 30 days of reading. Complete all 45 days of reading to win another free book!

Reading Challenge

Complete the Summer Reading program by reading everyday for 45 days.

Extreme Explorer Challenge

Complete 10 fun activities in our Extreme Explorer Challenge to earn an exclusive library card with a unique Extreme Explorer Design.

Prizes

Earn a free book just for signing up! Earn more prizes by completing 10 days, 20 days, and 30 days of reading. Complete all 45 days of reading to win another free book!

Reading Challenge

Complete the Summer Reading program by reading everyday for 45 days.

Extreme Explorer Challenge

Complete 10 fun activities in our Extreme Explorer Challenge to earn an exclusive library card with a unique Extreme Explorer Design.

Prizes

Earn a coupon for a free book at the Friends of the Library Book Sale, just for signing up! Earn more prizes by completing 10 days, 20 days, and 30 days of reading. Complete all 45 days of reading to earn an additional prize!

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