If your children are anything like mine, they would prefer to be on their tablets then reading a book.
Libraries are going to become a thing of the past, if we dont do something now. I personally love all of the programs and events our local libraries host. That is a big reason I am always adding them to my events calendar. The majority of the tme they are free, or a very small cost and they are for all ages! Its a great way to introduce infants and toddlers to a community of other like minded mommas, or a fun wau to introduce your tweens/teens to people who share a common interest.
Over the summer is hard for so many parents to ensure the children are continuing to further their education. Reading is so crucial to maintain a healthy brain. We are moving into a world full of technology, but sometimes picking up a good book can be more vital. But encouraging the children/students to pick up a book is hard. Thankfully the Lee County Libraries have come up with a fun solution.
The Summer Reading program is for all ages! Starting at Pre-School ages and up to adults, they have a program for everyone!
You can visit your local branch for more details, but here are some key points to get you started.
Choose either virtual or offline program for a summer of reading and adventure. Participants in either format are automatically entered to win book baskets for their age group! One entry, per person, systemwide. Multiple entries may result in disqualification from the prize drawings.
Online
Sign up for a FREE READsquared account at leelibrary.readsquared.com or download the app in the Apple or Google Play Store. Create a family account or individual account or simply log in and add the 2024 Summer Reading Program when it goes live. Earn points by logging daily reading and completing mission activities throughout the summer.
Offline
Pick up a Summer Bucket List Bookmark from any Lee County Library System location and check off 15 adventure activities. Return the bookmark to the library to complete the challenge and be entered to win a book basket.
Of course there has to be prizes involved to entice the young minds to want to pick up a book!
Everyone who participates in the virtual or offline challenge can win a basket filled with books and other prizes Aug. 9, 2024. All summer participants are eligible to win prizes for their age category: pre-K, children, teen and adult. Participants can enter to win by turning in a Summer Bucket List Bookmark or by signing up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program through READsquared. One winner per library branch, per age group.
- Pre-K (Birth to 5 years) – Prize Basket filled with new Board Books and Picture Books, puzzles and more!
- Children (ages 6-11 years) – Prize Basket filled with new 2024-25 Sunshine State Young Reader Award and Jr. Award titles, a terrarium set and more!
- Teens (12-18 years) – Prize Basket filled with new 2024-25 Florida Teens Read books and popular titles, card games and more!
- Adults (18+ years) – Prize Basket filled with donated popular adult titles, a puzzle, and more!
I hope this helps all the Lee County families to keep those minds growing over the summer.
Keep an eye on my social media over the summer for progress reports on how we are all doing with our Summer Reading Program!
