2022 Summer Reading

For All Ages

The theme for iREAD’s 2022 summer reading program is Read Beyond the Beaten Path. The broad motif of “summer camp at the library” can encompass a world of different summer experiences: from outdoor activities such as hiking, campfires, stories, and s’mores to nature programs, arts and crafts, music, and so much more!
We encourage library patrons young and old to go outdoors to read while appreciating the natural world. There are so many ways to incorporate stories into a variety of summer experiences! Here are just a few ideas:
  • Take your children or friends for a walk. Each person can choose one or two objects or sights they see along the way. Use these objects together to tell a story or poem.
  • Pick a tree and tell its story. What are some of the things it has “seen”?
  • Walk or hike while listening to an audiobook. Does a different location change your perspective of the story?
Continue reading to learn more about how to log the books you’re reading to win fun prizes!

For Children (Preschool – 5th grade)

Fill out a form for each book, eBook, or eAudiobook you finish. Each form will be entered into weekly raffles for exciting prizes. The more you read, the more chances to win!

Every 5 books earns you a butterfly merit badge for your Summer Reading sash. Achieving all 4 merit badges earns you 10 extra entries into the grand prize raffle.

Prizes outdoor adventure kits, exciting science experiments, s’mores kits, and more! Winners will be announced weekly.

Questions? Contact Diana at dwence@highwoodlibrary.org.

For Teens (Incoming 6th graders through 12th grade)

Fill out a form for each book, eBook, or eAudiobook you finish. Each form will be entered into weekly raffles for exciting prizes. The more you read, the more chances to win!

Choose from outdoor adventure kits, exciting science experiments, s’mores kits, and more! Winners will be announced weekly.

Email Alice at adayton@highwoodlibrary.org for additional information.

For Adults (18+)

Fill out the form below for each book, eBook, or eAudiobook you finish. Each form will be entered into weekly raffles for exciting prizes. Gift card winners will be contacted on June 18, July 9, and July 30. Gift basket winners will be contacted on August 20.

Questions? Email programming@highwoodlibrary.org