Summer is almost here! Which means it is time for summer reading programs! Libraries all over the area offer reading reward programs for kids and adults in some areas. All you need is a library card – which is FREE in your home county.
The largest library system in the area is Nashville Public Library. The library recently changed the non-resident policy and you can now get a library card for free even if you do not live in Davidson County. There is a $10 annual charge if you want access to the library’s digital collection (e-books, audio books).
Local Summer Reading Programs
Register with your local library to participate. Some libraries even have programs specifically for teens and adults. Not sure where your closest library is located? Use the Secretary of State’s Tennessee Public Library Directory.
Davidson County
Nashville Summer Reading Program – The summer reading challenge kicks off June 1 and runs through July 31, 2023. Earn points by completing activities and then cash your points in for prizes.
Rutherford County
Linebaugh Library System – This year’s theme is “All Together Now” and starts May 30 and runs through July 22, 2023.
LaVergne Public Library – “All Together Now” Summer Reading Program June 3 – July 15, 2023. Kickoff event on June 3 from 10AM – 1PM.
Sumner County
Gallatin Library – Summer Reading program – “All Together Now” begins May 30, 2023.
Hendersonville Library – 2023 Summer Reading Program starts June 1, 2023
Williamson County
Explore “All Together Now” at Williamson County Libraries May 20 – August 5, 2023.
Wilson County
Mt Juliet Library – Summer reading sign up begins May 15, 2023 and program runs through June 30.
Lebanon Library – Summer reading sign ups begin on May 30 and program continue through June 30.
Need some ideas of what to read? Check out this great printable scavenger hunt to help your child find new books!
National Summer Reading Programs
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library – Register your child at birth and a new book will be mailed to you home every month until your child turns 5 years old.
Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge – Sign up for FREE and log the minutes your child reads starting May 4, 2023 to win prizes for both home and your child’s school.
Books a Million (BAM) Summer Reading
Junie B. Jones Kids Club– Is your child a fan of the Junie B. Jones series? Sign them up for the Kids’ Club and receive FREE newsletters, printables, games and more!
Set up your own Reading Rewards System – use this FREE website to set up your own Reading Program at home.
Sync Audio Book Summer Program – Sync is just for teens and offers free audio books geared at kids 13 and above.
Pizza Hut also offers a summer reading program and kids can earn 2 free personal pan pizzas throughout the program! We did it last summer and signed up for this summer already. Program actually begins June 1.
My Kids would love this kind of activity especially even they’re at home.