2020 Summer Reading Programs for Kids
HOW CAN I MAKE SURE THIS SUMMER IS MAGICAL?
Easy! Sign up for the annual Summer Reading Program at the library!
Important Dates to keep in mind:
June 8th- The Summer Reading Program Begins! Summer Reading Packets are available to pick up.
August 8th- Last day to turn in Reading Logs and be entered into the raffle.
August 14th- Raffle Drawing
How It Works
-Print
-Virtual Reading Log, Beanstack
Earn Prizes
Register & Sign Up
Programs & Activities
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Read and keep track of the amount of time you spend reading in two ways:
1. Use our printed Reading Log, available at each of our library locations.
A printable copy can be found here:
2. Online. This summer we are partnering with Beanstack to make it easier for families to log in their reading time and enter into our end of summer raffle. You can sign up online here: (insert web address) or download the app and look for the McDowell County Public Library
HOW CAN I EARN CHANCES TO WIN A PRIZE?
One raffle ticket will be entered into the drawing for every 2 HOURS spent reading.
Either drop off your completed printed log or record your time on the Beanstack app. Every 2 hours logged on the print log or the app will enter you in a drawing for our PRIZE BASKET and the GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE. Our Grand Prize this year is an Amazon Kindle Fire!
You can also earn extra raffle tickets by participating in our Crafts for Little Hands or Crafty Thursdays programs. Stop by either library location to pick up the craft supplies while they last.
CAN MY WHOLE FAMILY PARTICIPATE?
The children’s program is for children from birth to rising 5th graders, BUT the library offers summer reading programs for teens as well. Just ask to figure out which one is right for you!
SOUNDS GREAT! HOW CAN I SIGN UP?
Summer Reading packets can be picked up at either library location. They’ll include a printed reading log and other fun prizes! You can also register through the Beanstack app.
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Throughout this summer, kids will have a chance to complete a variety of crafts. Supplies for these crafts will either be included when you pick up a Reading Log or as a Make-and-Take kit. Check the schedule below to see when a kit will be available!
We have two craft programs- Crafts for Little Hands, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, and Crafty Thursday, crafts designed for school-aged children.
Not able to stop by? Not a problem- we’ve included a list of recommended materials so you can create your own crafts. We’ll also provide a .pdf of supplies, instructions, and an instructional video when possible.
Crafts for Little Hands
Tuesday, June 15th
Superhero Cuffs
(Make-and-Take kit)
.pdf instructions, video
printable cuff template 1 and printable cuff template 2
Calling all superheroes! This craft will let you design your very own arm cuffs.
Recommended Materials:
2 Toilet Paper rolls
Cuff templates or you can design your own
scissors
crayons
glue
Tuesday, June 29th
King Me!
(Make-and-Take kit)
.pdf instructions, video
Show them who’s in charge by making your own crown and adding your name along the top.
Recommended Materials:
2 Strips of construction paper (2inches x 8inches)
construction paper to make triangles with
Scissors
Crayons or markers
Glue
Tape
Materials to decorate with (glitter, stickers, paint, etc.)
Tuesday, July 13th
Design a Shield
(included with Log)
.pdf instructions, video
Impress your fellow knights and show people who they’re messing with by designing your very own shield.
Recommended Materials:
Shield coloring sheet
Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
Scissors
Any materials you want to use (yarn, stickers, beads, glitter, etc.)
Tuesday, July 27th
Shape Castle
(Make-and-Take kit)
.pdf instructions, video
Create a castle using only shapes.
Recommended Materials:
Construction paper
Scissors
Glue stick
Materials to decorate with (glitter, stickers, etc.)
Crafty Thursdays
Thursday, June 18th
Build a Catapult
(Make-and-Take kit)
.pdf instructions, video
Storm the castle or defend it with the help of these popsicle stick catapults!
Recommended Materials:
9 craft sticks. Popsicle sticks may work, but wider sticks are much better.
4-6 rubber bands
1 plastic spoon
Cotton Balls or mini marshmallows (yum!)
Thursday, July 2nd
Bingo Card
(Included with Log)
.pdf instructions
Fill out a Bingo card to find fun ways to help you to complete your Summer Reading Log.
Thursday, July 16th
Make a Dragon Airplane
(Included with Log)
.pdf instructions, printable template, video
Keep your eyes on the skies with this Dragon Airplane. Color your dragon and then follow the instructions included to help it take flight!
Recommended Materials:
Dragon coloring sheet
Crayons or color pencils
Scissors
Glue stick
Paper clip
Thursday, July 30th
Design a Shield
(included with Log)
.pdf instructions, video
Impress your fellow knights and show people who they’re messing with by designing your very own shield.
Recommended Materials:
Shield coloring sheet
Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
Scissors
Any materials you want to use (yarn, stickers, beads, glitter, etc.)