Somerset libraries are calling for children to sign up to read six books this summer as part of the Summer Reading Challenge 2024.

The long summer holiday is the ideal chance for children aged 4-11 to visit their local Somerset Library to join the ‘Marvellous Makers’ Summer Reading Challenge, firing up their imaginations through the power of reading and creative expression!

In partnership with Create, a leading arts charity, and public libraries, this year’s Challenge celebrates children’s creativity and storytelling abilities. They will be encouraged to explore new books and stories while taking part in free activities, from arts and crafts to music, dance, and more.

The bespoke Challenge artwork is illustrated by celebrated artist Natelle Quek, bringing the ‘Marvellous Makers’ theme vibrantly to life. By reading books and collecting incentives at any Somerset Libraries young readers can foster their creative thinking skills over the summer break.

Somerset Libraries Summer Reading Challenge events include:

• 22 July: Make your own notebook and try out junk journaling at Burnham Library
• 6 August: Zooming in on Science with Singer at Minehead Library (booking essential.)
• 12 August: Explore fun digital technology at Dulverton Library.

The Summer Reading Challenge aims to prevent the “summer dip” learning loss many children experience over the holidays when they aren’t in school. With libraries’ support, it provides a free, fun way to keep young minds active!

Visit www.somerset.gov.uk/libraries to discover all the family activities on offer.