What is Summer Reading?
Summer is here! And so are the library’s summer reading clubs. Children ages 1 through 8th grade are invited to be our guests this summer by joining the Make a Splash: READ! club. The library is bursting with creativity, programs, prize drawings, storytimes and so much more! Parents, click here to read why participation in Summer Reading can be beneficial for your kids!

Registration starts on Saturday, June 5 and continues until August 14. Everyone who registers will receive a booklog to record their reading, a plastic book bag and a bookmark. Prizes will be awarded throughout the summer as readers reach various reading levels, and everyone who completes the program will receive a free paperback book.

Who Can Join?
Everyone who lives in Elmhurst, has an Elmhurst Public Library card, or attends an Elmhurst school(K-8) is welcome to participate.

Where do I sign up and pick up my prizes?
Beginning Saturday, June 5, children ages 1 through 8th grade can register at The Marina in the Kids’ Library. You’ll receive a booklog to record your reading, a bookmark and a plastic book bag. Beginning June 12, you can pick up your prizes either as you earn them or all at once when you complete the program. To view all the prizes, click here for a printable PDF!

What should I read?
Anything you'd like! But if you need some suggestions, here's a few:

• Beachy Keen Picture Books for Preschoolers
• 2010 Books for Middle School Readers
• Immaculate Conception Grade School Summer Reading List
• Edison Summer Reading List
• Mermaid and Pirate Picture Books for Preschoolers
• York High School Summer Reading List 2010

What activities can my child participate in?
There are tons! From Peter Pan to Painting, there's something for every kid in Elmhurst! There are so many Summer Reading programs, we had to send out a special edition of Fine Print. It landed in your mailboxes in late May, but if you need another look at it, the library has extra copies or you can view it online.

This summer, there are two creative contests for children. The photo contest and the poster contest are open to children ages 5-14 and the winners will receive a $25 Borders gift certificate! Download the entry forms here: Photo Contest Poster Contest

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