Challenge yourself to a summer of reading...
...and earn a prize when you meet your goal!
- Register yourself & your family. (May 23-July 31)
- Set your reading goal.
- Read!
- Once you meet your goal, stop by to pick up your prize.
Completion prizes include:
- Choose a book.
- Get coupons for area restaurants and attractions.
- 1 entry in a grand prize drawing if you meet your goal.
Grand Prizes
Earn a chance at grand prize drawings when you meet your goal. Grand prize drawings will be held after July 31. Winners will be contacted by phone or email.Â
- $100 VISA gift card
- Book Lovers (includes literary-themed items and a gift card from Birdie Books and a gift card to the Friends of the Westerville Public Library gift shop)
- Coffee Lovers (includes gift cards to Begin Cafe, Espresso Air, Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop, and Java Central)
- Columbus Zoo basic family membership and tickets (QTY: 4) and Ohio History Connection tickets (QTY: 4)
- Cute & Trendy (includes Jellycat purse, sloth blanket, and digital camera)
- Hippo Stuffies (includes 43in giant stuffed hippo, Jellycat Myrtle stuffed hippo, and Squishmallow Hanna stuffed hippo)
- Nintendo Switch + Mario Cart 8
- Soothing Sensory Rocker from Lakeshore Learning
- Uptown Westerville Restaurants (includes Graeter's Ice Cream and High Bank Distillery Co.)
FAQs
- Can I join? Yes! All ages are welcome.
- When do I start? Register between May 23 and July 31.
- What should I read? Read anything. Read everything. Read aloud to others or to yourself. Books, ebooks, magazines...it all counts. Want some suggestions? Request a personalized recommendation (ages 18+) or subscription bundle (ages 0-18).
- Why should I participate? Fight summer boredom or reconnect with your favorite pastime. Reading can reduce stress, increase empathy for others and keep your mind sharp. And it's fun!
Sports: For Ages 9-11
Take yourself to the court, field, diamond, track, pool, or dance floor with these sports fiction books for kids.
Science Fiction: For Ages 9-11
Explore other planets and worlds from the comfort of these juvenile fiction books!
Realistic: For Ages 9-11
These books have stories with kids just like you, dealing with friendship, school, and drama.
Sports: For Ages 9-11
Take yourself to the court, field, diamond, track, pool, or dance floor with these sports fiction books for kids.
Science Fiction: For Ages 9-11
Explore other planets and worlds from the comfort of these juvenile fiction books!
Realistic: For Ages 9-11
These books have stories with kids just like you, dealing with friendship, school, and drama.
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults
Awarded by the Young Adult Library Services Association for the best non-fiction book published for young adults (ages 12-18).
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults
Awarded by the Young Adult Library Services Association for the best non-fiction book published for young adults (ages 12-18).
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Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
