Greater Hamilton Library Launches ‘Big Summer Read’ for Young Book Lov
Published on 25 November 2024
This summer, the Greater Hamilton Library is set to make reading a core part of holiday fun with the launch of its Big Summer Read!
Running from 1 December to 31 January, the program encourages children and teens up to 18 years old to keep up their reading habits all summer long—while earning fantastic prizes along the way.
The Big Summer Read is designed to inspire young people to embrace reading over the summer holidays, counteracting the “summer slide” that can impact literacy when school is out.
Each participant who registers with the library receives a reading log to track their progress, and with every book completed, young readers get one step closer to winning exciting rewards. This year, the Greater Hamilton Library is going all out with a range of activities, book-related fun, and an enticing prize draw.
“Our goal is to keep kids and teens engaged in reading all summer while welcoming families into the library,” said Library Services Coordinator, Kelly Pitt-Lancaster. “This program offers a wonderful way for young people to explore new books, discover a love for reading, and fill in those long summer days.”
How it Works:
- Register at the Greater Hamilton Library starting 1 December 2024.
- Track Your Reads: For every 10 books read, participants earn an entry into the prize draw.
- Get Rewarded: Complete a reading log and drop it off for a chance to win. The more you read, the better your odds of winning prizes.
First prize from this draw will be a $500 Harvey Norman voucher, perfect to pick up a laptop for the school year. Hamilton based sports and sports equipment store, Daktari have very generously donated a $300 voucher for second place and third place will receive a family pass for the Halls Gap Zoo.
As always, the library will be hosting community sessions and events throughout the summer to keep the whole family engaged and entertained.
So bring a friend, discover a new favourite book, and make the Greater Hamilton Library your go-to place for summer adventures. Sign up, read, and let the stories take you somewhere magical this summer!
For more details, visit the Greater Hamilton Library or call us at (03) 5573 0444. For up-to-date information about Council led programs, consider signing up to the Southern Grampians Now newsletter.
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