Hold on to your tokens because Naperville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is back! We invite you to celebrate the digital age of play with this year’s theme: Level Up at Your Library.
Readers of all ages are encouraged to register for the Summer Reading Program. You don’t need a library card to sign up. Just head to your nearest library location or go online at www.naperville-lib.org/srp to start your summer reading adventure.
Kids set their own goals
The children’s Summer Reading Program is open to children from birth to fifth grade. The program gives children an opportunity to explore new books and maintain their reading skills, even when school is not in session.
Once registered, children can pick up a Summer Reading Kit at the library, which will include a reading log and prizes for the first three levels of the program. Depending on the child’s age, they can win pixel-perfect prizes like bubbles, a puzzle eraser, a fortune teller origami craft and more.
With the help of an adult, children set their own daily reading goals. They can choose the number of pages, chapters, minutes or books they aspire to read each day, depending on their age and reading level.
The program has four levels with 12 days of daily reading per level. Once a child has completed a level, they can pick a prize from their kit. Once they’ve filled their entire reading log, children can head over to Naperville Public Library to pick out their final prize: a new book to keep. They’ll also be entered into the grand prize giveaway for a Summer Reading Program prize basket.
Adults, teens can join too
Adults and teens can create an online account to track their summer reading progress through the library’s Beanstack platform or print reading logs from the library’s website.
Teens are encouraged to read at least 15 minutes a day. For every five hours they read, they’ll earn a prize. This includes print books, audiobooks, graphic novels, eBooks and more. Trying for a new record? Teens can earn an extra entry into our end-of-summer grand prize drawing for every five additional hours they read.
Adults can join in the fun as well. The adult program is made up of three levels. Each level is completed by reading three books, and participants can choose a prize after each level. Prize options include a flashlight, zippered tech travel case, aluminum water bottle or a new book to keep after completing the last level. Prizes can be picked up at any library branch.
Special summer programs
Get your game on this summer with special storytimes and programs. Sing, dance and celebrate summer with a Summer Kickoff Concert with Jim Gill. Known for songs like “Hands Are for Clapping,” “Jumping and Counting” and “Silly Dance Contest,” Jim’s music is sure to have everyone on their feet. Gather the family and head over to 95th Street Library at 6 p.m. Friday, May 30.
For even more fun, join us for a Pokémon GO Lure Party, video game-inspired crafts and plenty of outdoor storytimes this summer. While you’re at the library, explore the bookstacks and join the hunt for Bigfoot. We’ve heard he’s been hiding around in the Children’s Department while he waits for you to find him.
We can’t wait for you to level up your summer with us at Naperville Public Library!
Ashlee Conour is the marketing specialist at Naperville Public Library.
