We love summer reading programs around here!
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Different libraries near us do different things, so we go ahead and sign up for all of them!
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The big library system gives out goody bags with tons of free kids meals in it, along with a few toys. This library system has shows and programs through out the summer, but it really is too far away to attend those without having a reason to be in town.
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A rural library a few miles from us gives out a neat prize at the end; one year it was a beanie baby, last year each child was able to pick out a ceramic piggy bank and a kids cup filled with little treasures.
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The small town library a few miles in the other direction has a big swimming party for all it's participants and has some neat shows to attend through out the summer.
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This year, we also have the option of two other libraries!
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One in the city, where we used to live. They give out neat prizes each week, and since we will be there for piano lessons each week, we might take advantage of this one, this year. This library has the neatest shows and classes each week. I hope that some will be on the same day as piano lessons. The children's librarian at this library is so wonderful and has the best story time!
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The other one is in a city near us that we have to drive through to get into "town". I have no idea what this library offers for their summer program, but I am going to find out!
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Aside from library programs, Barnes and Noble has a summer reading program. You read 6 books, write your favorite part down and receive a free book! This years theme is based on the author Andrew Clements. He has been touted as the new Beverly Cleary. We enjoy listening to his books on CD, and they often has the entire family laughing out loud! If you go to Barnes and Noble, you can print off a reading sheet.
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Most people are familiar with Pizza Hut's Book It program through out the school year. They also have a summer reading program. You don't earn free pizza, but instead get entered into a contest to win prizes, such as a Nintendo DS lite, Spiderwick books, Pizza Hut gift cards and if you list a book you read together as a family, you can be entered in a contest to win a $100 Pizza Hut gift card! Go here to print off the form and mail it in by August 15th.
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Happy Reading this summer!
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