Book Contests for Summer

In addition to our very own Summer Reading Club, a few other places are offering prizes just for reading. Here is a list and what you need to do. Click on the link to get access to the various tools needed to complete the contests.

Barnes & Noble
1. Read any 8 books and record them in the Reading Journal
2. Bring the completed Reading Journal to your local B&N store
3. Choose a FREE BOOK from our selection on the Reading Journal list at the store

Pottery Barn Kids
1. Select a book from one of their the book lists
2. Read all summer long and track your child's progress
3. Reward your reading champion with a certificate
4. Visit a local store to receive a free book

Scholastic Summer Challenge
1. Sign up at the website
2. Track how many minutes you read
3. Get chances to win prizes

Book It Program
1. If you were in grades K-6 this school year, go to the website and print out the entry form
2. Read five books from June 15 to August 15
3. Winner gets a Diary of a Wimpy Kid prize package

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