Summer Reading

Howard County Library System invites everyone of every age to spend time with the library this summer. It’s easy to participate: pick the game that’s right for you and then start reading to win prizes!

Summer Reading is for Everyone

Pick a reading challenge that’s right for you and then start reading to win prizes.

Children Birth-4

Choose your Adventure as you talk, read, sing, write, and play. Complete 12 adventures to win a prize.

Teens 11-18

Earn raffle tickets whenever you read, attend classes, borrow items, or complete challenges. When you complete 10 tickets, visit a branch to receive a prize and be entered into the grand prize. Continue to submit raffle tickets all summer.

Children 5-10

Color a gameboard space each time you read a book, visit the library, be creative, or go on an adventure. When you color all your spaces visit a branch for a prize.

Adults 18+

Completing 3 challenges after picking up your 2024 reading booklet.  Return to a branch to receive your prize and be entered into drawings.