The Summer Reading Challenge is back in libraries for 2025!
This summer, join the Summer Reading Challenge, Story Garden, a fun-packed way to keep children reading and learning all summer. Children will explore creativity, storytelling, and the magic of books through exciting activities and adventures with Plymouth Libraries.
Aimed at ages 4 to 11 years, the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, Story Garden encourages children to read 6 (or more) library books (including eBooks and eAudiobooks) during the summer holidays.
Every child that completes the challenge receives a medal and a certificate and will also be entered into a prize draw for the chance to win a bundle of creative prizes.
What the challenge involves
Starting from Saturday 12 July, children visit a Plymouth library to sign up and pick up a Summer Reading Challenge booklet.
They set a reading goal and borrow books of their choice from the library.
After they have read two books, visit the library to tell us about what they have been reading and collect a sticker.
Once they have completed The Summer Reading Challenge, visit the library to receive a medal. They will also receive a certificate, during their school assembly.
Children can also create a profile on the Summer Reading Challenge website to get online rewards, play games, and earn badges as they discover new books to read.
Reasons to join
Some reasons to join are:
- It’s free and available at all Plymouth Libraries
- Inspires a lifelong love of reading
- Enjoy visiting the library together as a family
- Earn rewards, certificates and prizes!
- Boosts confidence, creativity and imagination
Reading books from Plymouth Libraries
Children’s books are available to borrow from the library. eBooks and eAudiobooks can be downloaded for free with a Plymouth Library Card number and PIN.
The Summer Reading Challenge will run from Saturday 12 July to Saturday 13 September, is produced by The Reading Agency and delivered in partnership with libraries.
