Summer Challenge 2026

Here's How It Works

Looking for solutions this summer to keep your child's education on track?
The Library District has the answer with our FREE Summer Challenge program, where kids of all ages can earn great rewards while sharpening their school skills! Parents and all adults can participate, too!

Earn great rewards for reading a total of 20 hours, from May 15 to July 15:
It’s easy! For example, to reach those 20 hours of reading, you can read just 20 minutes a day over these two months. OR they can divide up their reading time however they would like to reach this goal. Babies can also participate by being read to!

Log your reading progress to earn rewards:
Record the minutes you have read on our log, which can be accessed in several ways:

Redeem your earned rewards beginning July 1 and ending July 15:
Complete your 20 hours of reading as your summer schedule allows. Starting July 1, bring your completed paper log into your favorite library branch to collect your earned rewards. OR if you recorded your progress online, the library will receive an alert that you have finished, so come into your library branch to collect your earned rewards.

Two Ways to Track Your Progress

Click here to get started. You can also download the App on iOS, opens a new window or Android, opens a new window to access your online log. If you record your progress online, the system will automatically report to the library when you have completed your 20 hours of reading.

You can also track your progress on our paper log, which is available at any of our libraries, OR you can print it here at home.

Once your paper log is complete, turn it in at any Library District branch and collect your earned rewards.

Here's How It Works

Looking for solutions this summer to keep your child's education on track?
The Library District has the answer with our FREE Summer Challenge program, where kids of all ages can earn great rewards while sharpening their school skills! Parents and all adults can participate, too!

Earn great rewards for reading a total of 20 hours, from May 15 to July 15:
It’s easy! For example, to reach those 20 hours of reading, you can read just 20 minutes a day over these two months. OR they can divide up their reading time however they would like to reach this goal. Babies can also participate by being read to!

Log your reading progress to earn rewards:
Record the minutes you have read on our log, which can be accessed in several ways:

Redeem your earned rewards beginning July 1 and ending July 15:
Complete your 20 hours of reading as your summer schedule allows. Starting July 1, bring your completed paper log into your favorite library branch to collect your earned rewards. OR if you recorded your progress online, the library will receive an alert that you have finished, so come into your library branch to collect your earned rewards.

Two Ways to Track Your Progress

Click here to get started. You can also download the App on iOS, opens a new window or Android, opens a new window to access your online log. If you record your progress online, the system will automatically report to the library when you have completed your 20 hours of reading.

You can also track your progress on our paper log, which is available at any of our libraries, OR you can print it here at home.

Once your paper log is complete, turn it in at any Library District branch and collect your earned rewards.

How to Earn Awesome Rewards

Register for Summer Challenge

For signing up, participants ages 0 – 17 receive a book and participants ages 18+ receive a Book Buck. Book Bucks can be redeemed for any one item at any Library District bookstore. Redeemable through July 31, 2026.

Plus, everyone who registers for Summer Challenge will receive a voucher for five FREE boneless wings from Wingstop!

 

Complete Summer Challenge and Score Cool Rewards

Redeem your earned rewards beginning July 1 and ending July 15:
Once you complete your 20 hours of reading, bring in your completed paper log to your favorite library branch to collect your earned rewards. OR if you recorded your progress online, we will receive an alert that you have completed your reading, so come into your library branch to collect your earned rewards. You will receive:

  • A voucher for one FREE treat from Freed’s Bakery (Expires: 11/30/26)
  • A voucher for one FREE Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut (Expires: 10/5/26)
  • And your choice of one of these cool rewards:

For Kids & Teens (ages 0-17)

Star LED Night Light

Constellation Night Light

USB Rechargeable
Book Light

For Adults (ages 18+)

Bento Box

Slingpack

Vintage-Style Metal Lunchbox

One log per person, rewards available while supplies last. Library District employees are not eligible to earn rewards.

How to Earn Awesome Rewards

Register for Summer Challenge

For signing up, participants ages 0 – 17 receive a book and participants ages 18+ receive a Book Buck. Book Bucks can be redeemed for any one item at any Library District bookstore. Redeemable through July 31, 2026.

Plus, everyone who registers for Summer Challenge will receive a voucher for five FREE boneless wings from Wingstop!

Complete Summer Challenge and Score Cool Rewards

Redeem your earned rewards beginning July 1 and ending July 15:
Once you complete your 20 hours of reading, bring in your completed paper log to your favorite library branch to collect your earned rewards. OR if you recorded your progress online, we will receive an alert that you have completed your reading, so come into your library branch to collect your earned rewards. You will receive:

  • A voucher for one FREE treat from Freed’s Bakery (Expires: 11/30/26)
  • A voucher for one FREE Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut (Expires: 10/5/26)
  • And your choice of one of these cool rewards:

For Kids & Teens (ages 0-17)

Star LED Night Light

Constellation Night Light

USB Rechargeable
Book Light

For Adults (ages 18+)

Bento Box

Slingpack

Vintage-Style Metal Lunchbox

One log per person, rewards available while supplies last. Library District employees are not eligible to earn rewards.

A Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Legendary MYTH-Conceptions

Complete the hunt online by July 15 to enter to win an Apple iPad!

A Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Legendary
MYTH-Conceptions

Complete the hunt online by July 15 to enter to win an Apple iPad!

Start Reading

SC25 Online Resources

Find eBooks, Audiobooks, & More on the Libby App

With your free library card, you can check out eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, & magazines right to your device.

Legendary Comics for Kids

Read comic book versions of myths & legends from around the world this summer with Comics Plus!

No Waitlists on hoopla!

Get moving on your summer reading goal with instant access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, & music.

Storytime in Your Language

Read & listen to picture books in over 75 world languages with English translations.

Start Reading

SC25 Online Resources

No Waitlists on hoopla!

Get moving on your summer reading goal with instant access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, & music.

Stream Music with Freegal!

Stream songs & albums, create your own playlists, or download music to keep!

Find eBooks, Audiobooks, & More on the Libby App

With your free library card, you can check out eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, & magazines right to your device.

ABCmouse

Help your little one get ready for kindergarten. Learn to read through phonics, and teach lessons in all subject areas.

Kids & Teens

Kids & Teens

For Ages 0-5

Reading Lists

Summer Challenge - Reading Lists (Ages 0-5)

Magical Adventures for Babies and Toddlers

These charming picture books will invite young beginning readers into worlds of spells, surprises, and magical discoveries.

Explore Art

Explore art with picture books designed to spark creativity for children ages 0–5.

Picture Books for Young Artists

Picture books that inspire young artists to explore creativity through color, shape, and imaginative expression.

Picture Books About Babies

These picture books are all about a baby's favorite subject - themselves!

Featured Programming

For Ages 6-11

Reading Lists

Summer Challenge - Reading Lists (Ages 6-11)

Magic is in the Air

These bewitching fantasy books will keep school age readers spellbound during the Summer Challenge!

Myths & Legends

These middle grade books explore some of the myths and legends that have shaped cultures and sparked imaginations for centuries.

Picture Books for Young Artists

Picture books that inspire young artists to explore creativity through color, shape, and imaginative expression.

Little Manga Readers (K-5)

Going beyond Pokémon, these recommendations work to demystify manga for children aged K-5.

Featured Programming

Summer Challenge - Featured Program (Ages 0-5)

Havana Hop with Paige Hernandez

July 14 - 17, 2026
Learn the basics of hip hop, salsa, and partner dance with adults and children together!

John Lewit | Magician for Kids

Celebrate Summer Challenge with local magician John Lewit.

For Ages 12-17

Reading Lists

Summer Challenge - Reading Lists (Ages 6-11)

Magic is in the Air

These bewitching fantasy books will keep school age readers spellbound during the Summer Challenge!

Myths & Legends

These middle grade books explore some of the myths and legends that have shaped cultures and sparked imaginations for centuries.

Folktales & Manga (Grades 6th-12th)

These picks all dive into local folktale and legends, bringing mysterious myths and thrilling stories to life through the world of manga.

Art in the Making!

Art Making Inspiration for Young People.

Featured Programs

Adults

Adults

Reading Lists

Summer Challenge - Reading Lists (Adults)

Romance Retellings - Legends and Folklore

Discover romantic reads inspired by legends and folklore worldwide—from Rumpelstiltskin to Achilles to Loch Ness. A retelling for everyone!

Deck, Deal, Destiny

Tarot takes center stage in these novels, driving quests, secrets, and fate across fantasy, historical, and modern tales.

Magical Plants: Where Myth Meets Medicine

Explore this curated list of books about plants with medicinal, healing or magical properties

Que Viene el Coco y te Comerá ...

Don't wait till October for Espooky reading! Latin America folklore is rich in creating realistic & creepy creatures that will keep you up!

Feature Programs

Thank You To Our Community Partners

Thank You To Our Community Partners

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