Once upon a time the lazy days of summer meant a book and a pool deck or a cottage dock... but with kids in tow those moments are few and far between! Never fear - we can introduce our little ones to the joys of reading this summer... with a few incentives along the way!
The Oakville Public library's Summer Reading Club is a great program for kids of all ages - whether they are reading on their own, or enjoying stories being read to them - they can be part of the 'club' and participate.
Visit your local branch this summer and sign up. Kids get an activity book, stickers, and a chance to put their own name badge up on the library wall. Kids set goals for reading, and then come back to the library when they've reached their goal. They'll get rewards (prizes this year include McDonald's ice cream cones, African Lion Safari kids passes, and YMCA swim passes).
Each time you 'report', you earn a new level and set more reading goals. It keeps kids engaged all summer long and starts a great habit!
The program is open to kids of all ages, whether they are reading on their own, or being read to by a caregiver.
momstown Oakville is getting kids reading - all year long! Our Baby Book club is held each month - we read a story together, do theme-related craft, and enjoy both mom and kid company. Try it out - our next Baby Book Club is July 22nd at Coronation Park - if you register now for a 2-week free momstown trial, you can join us! Children of all ages are welcome.
3 comments:
What a great program to keep kids learning all summer long!
I love that it includes being read to as well for the very little ones!
I agree, its great that the little ones are being read to as well!
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