Summer Reading Challenge launches in all Kent libraries

This summer, libraries everywhere are encouraging children to help solve a mystery. The annual Summer Reading Challenge, for ages 4-11, introduces families to their library, encourages children to choose books freely and independently and addresses the “dip” in children's reading that can occur over the summer holidays if they don’t have regular access to books and encouragement to read for pleasure.

This year’s theme is Animal Agents, and runs from 15 July - 16 September. It’s free and it’s fun!

Children will receive a special folder which introduces the mystery and the Animal Agents who are trying to solve it. The challenge is to read at least six books over the summer (whatever children choose) and collect special stickers along the way.

The stickers have amazing artwork by Tony Ross some have scratch and sniff smells too. They fit into the Animal Agents folder, and collecting them all solves the mystery. On finishing, children receive a certificate and a medal.

There are other Animal Agents themed incentives and activities as well.

Last year nearly 18,000 Kent children got involved in the Summer Reading Challenge.

Find out more on the Summer Reading Challenge website

Contact your local library for more information

Contact Details

Lindsay Prestage
Telephone: 03000 41 22 71
Email: Lindsay.Prestage@kent.gov.uk