A message from Michelle Ackroyd, Moor Allerton Library, West Area Librarian:
Summer Reading Challenge 2014- win a visit from a fabulous author!
I am writing regarding this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. Held in libraries across the country, every year we encourage children to continue reading over the summer and to try lots of new reading material. The challenge is designed to ensure children keep practising their reading skills and develop a life-long love of reading.
The Summer Reading Challenge can help to widen pupils’ reading repertoire and motivate them to read through the long summer holiday. Studies have shown that 80% of children taking part feel they are better readers as a result (Product Perceptions, 2003 and 2006).
How the Summer Reading Challenge works:
- Children sign up at their local library and receive a Mythical Maze poster.
- Children read six books of their choice collecting stickers and incentives along the way.
- Library staff will be on hand to advise and run family-friendly activities.
- Children who complete the challenge are presented with a certificate and medal.
This year, we’re offering children who join the opportunity to win a visit from a fabulous author/illustrator for their school – the highest number of school completers wins a visit!
We are currently offering assembly visits to local schools. I hope we can arrange a visit soon.