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As the school year winds down, children can keep learning alive and fun throughout the summer by participating in the BC Summer Reading Club, a free literacy program available at public libraries and online.

“Libraries were a big part of my childhood, and I want all kids in B.C. to have the opportunity to share in the joy and wonder of reading,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Municipal Affairs. “Our local libraries are among our greatest public assets, and the Summer Reading Club program is an incredible way for kids to connect with learning opportunities and adventure all summer long.”

The BC Summer Reading Club gives children of all reading abilities the chance to participate in virtual and in-person activities offered through their local public library. It is designed to allow libraries from every part of the province to plan and deliver the program in the way that best meets the distinctive needs of their communities. Families can register readers aged five to 14 and find out about activities through the program’s website or by visiting their local library.

“The annual BC Summer Reading Club encourages kids to expand their literary repertoire. We have prizes, games and programs for everyone who participates, including kids who might be a little rusty at reading,” said Sarah Tarcea, manager of public services at North Vancouver City Library. “We know that kids who participate in the program are more likely to do better in school, regardless of what language they read in, what kind of book they choose, if they’re reading aloud, or listening to an audiobook.”

The guiding theme for this year’s program is Journey Through Time, featuring artwork by Richmond-based illustrator, artist and picture-book author Jeni Chen.

The BC Summer Reading Club encourages children to read daily and track their progress. From listening to a story, to reading a graphic novel, all forms of reading count – and in any language. An online reading tracker lets children and families set and track summer reading goals. Participants can also enter contests to win prizes and earn digital badges. Many libraries also award a medal to those who reach their reading milestones.

“Parents and caregivers tell us how important it is to have a fun, free and inclusive program for all families, and the Province’s support allows us to offer this valuable community literacy experience for kids throughout B.C.,” said Rina Hadziev, executive director, British Columbia Library Association. “Our theme this year is Journey Through Time, and features dinosaurs and robots, so we know it will be a lot of fun!”

The BC Summer Reading Club welcomes the participation of all children and their families and is committed to providing an accessible and fully inclusive program. Supporting materials are available in nearly 40 languages. A video in American Sign Language with English subtitles is available for staff and kids, and a book list has been curated to include titles in audio formats for the convenience of anyone with a perceptual or print impairment.

Co-ordinated by the British Columbia Library Association and public libraries, the BC Summer Reading Club is supported by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and CUPE BC.

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• The Ministry of Municipal Affairs provides $65,000 annually to support the BC Summer Reading Club.
• As part the Province’s $45-million investment in one-time grants for public libraries in March 2023, the British Columbia Library Association received $100,000 to support accessibility and enhanced co-ordination of the BC Summer Reading Club. 
• In 2022, 81,902 children registered in the BC Summer Reading Club, logging more than 128,291 reading entries online.
• There are 71 public libraries in B.C., 250 service locations and six library federations, serving 99% of B.C.’s population.

Learn More:

Participate, register and access the online reading tracker here at the BC Summer Reading Club: https://bcsrc.ca/

Learn more about local libraries: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/publiclibraries

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BC Summer Reading Club 2023 – Journey Through Time

Summer reading club at kimberley library – journey through time, registration opens june 20 at the kimberley library.

A FREE weekly program with engaging and interactive stories, games, crafts & STEAM activities, for children aged 5-14 years. This summer the theme “Journey Through Time” features exciting escapades of terrific time travel, dynamic dinosaurs, plus loads more! 

One-time registration is required, but all programs are drop-in, and you can choose when to come, depending on your favourite theme or your schedule. Every participant receives a reading passport which helps to motivate them to keep reading all summer long, track their progress and become super readers!

It’s as easy as that!

Programs at the library start on Tuesday July 11th and Wednesday July 12th:

Age 5-9: tuesday 11 july – 22 august @ 10:30 – 11:30 am, age 10-14: wednesday 12 july – 23 august @ 1:30 – 2:30 pm.

Weekly themes include:

Dynamic Dinosaurs  – Prehistoric life

Living Large  – Art, culture, daily life

Beautiful Builds  – Architecture, buildings, bridges

Terrific Transportation  – Transportation throughout history and what’s to come

Ingenious Inventions  – Past, present, and future

Rollin’ with Retro  – Retro classics

Far Out Future  – What’s to come

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More Information:

BC Summer Reading Club is a free literacy program for children ages 5-14 and runs at the library throughout July and August.  BC Summer Reading Club

This year the theme is  Journey Through Time.  It features artwork by Vancouver-based illustrator and artist Jeni Chen.  Jeni Chen

The Summer Reading Club is a great way for children to practice or improve their reading skills and continue learning new things over the summer months.

The program welcomes school-age children and is designed to engage and inspire readers with a variety of free and inclusive activities.

Who can join? The BC Summer Reading Club welcomes all children and their families to participate, and seeks to provide a free, accessible, and fully inclusive program.

How do we join? Visit your local library! Library staff will be happy to register your child for free, and give them everything they need to join the Summer Reading Club. They will also be able to tell you about any summer programs and activities at the library.

How does it work? Visit your local library and your child will receive a free reading record to keep track of their reading. Children also receive a weekly sticker to mark their accomplishments. At the end of summer, a medal is awarded to children who complete the program.

When does registration begin? Registration begins on June 20th at the Kimberley Library.

Summer Reading Club 2023: Journey Through Time

At the end of the  summer  your child will get a  Summer   Reading   Club  medal! 

During the  summer , the library offers a fun and welcoming place to be. Ask us about our fun activities to do this  summer .

Registration starts Monday, June 12th and continues throughout July.

  Need  reading  ideas? Have questions?  Let’s talk!  Call 604-436-5400 or email  [email protected] . This video ( tinyurl.com/ reading tipsBPL ) has tips for  reading  with kids to get you started.

Click here for information about the BC Summer Reading Club and watch the video below for an ASL welcome to the BC SRC.

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Summer Reading Club 2023: Journey Through Time

SRC 2023 begins Wednesday, July 5th! Registration is open.

Summer Reading Club 2024: World of Curiosities

Registration starts on Monday, June 17.

• Pick up your reading tracker at any BPL location or sign up online
• Choose your reading goal
• Read all summer long
• Pick up your Summer Reading Club medal starting August 24!

You can read anything, any way, anywhere and in any language. Being read to also counts! We have booklists to get you started.

Check out our activities for kids at the library this summer, including our Summer Reading Club Wrap Parties! You can also visit any of our locations to take part in challenges and enter to win a prize draw.

Need more reading ideas? Have questions? Let's talk! Call us at 604-436-5400 or email us .

The BC Summer Reading Club is sponsored by the British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) and local public libraries, with funding assistance from Public Libraries Branch, BC Ministry of Municipal Affairs, and CUPE BC.

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June 17 to September 7

Summer Reading Club is for kids ages 5 to 12.

Visit your local library  or check the online events calendar  to see what’s happening this summer!

Join the BC SRC

Keep track of your reading and earn a medal! Staring June 17...

• Pick up a free Reading Record at your local library.
• Register online at https://bcsrc.ca .

SRC Activity Tracker

This summer, explore Mysterious Creatures, Natural Curiosities, Works of Art and more with our Activity Tracker. Complete 25 of 35 activities and you can enter a draw to win a prize! Pick up an Activity Tracker from your local library  or download the Activity Tracker  [PDF].

The deadline to enter is Saturday, September 7. Winners will be notified Tuesday, September 24.

Submission details can be found on the Activity Tracker.

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Starting June 19, drop by in-person to any VPL Branch during regular open hours to sign up for Summer Reading Club ! Take home your own Reading Record to track your progress, stickers and bookmark! Ask about fun programs, contests and prizes, add your name to the club display, and walk away feeling excited about Summer Reading! Then check back on our events page for fun programs all summer long.

This year’s BC Summer Reading Club theme is Journey Through Time! It features artwork by Vancouver-based illustrator and artist Jeni Chen .

BC Summer Reading Club is sponsored by the British Columbia Library Association with the generous assistance of Public Libraries Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs , and CUPE BC .

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Attention Kids!

Explore a World of Curiosities with us for the 2024 Summer Reading Club!

The Summer Reading Club (SRC) starts on Tuesday, July 2 and runs until Tuesday, August 20.

Registration starts June 18!

What’s new for 2024?

• We are virtual and at your local branch!
• To join, visit your local branch and pick up your SRC package. It is that easy!
• Track your weekly progress on your reading log and enter to win prizes!
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• Check out our many programs and activities that are taking place throughout the summer.

Our goal this summer is to encourage kids and families to connect with their local branch to personally experience SRC fun! See below for our system-wide virtual programs available to all or check out your local branch programs in our events calendar .

Some virtual programs we are providing are as follows:

• All ages Ocean Safari with Sara Ellison will take place on Wednesday, July 10 at 6-7 pm . To register, email [email protected] with the participant’s first name. Please use the subject line ‘Ocean Safari’.
• All ages SRC Drawing Workshop: Magic Mango Monsters will take place Thursday, July 25 at 11 am . To register, email [email protected] with the participant’s first name. Please use the subject line ‘Drawing Workshop’.

Keep an eye on our Events calendar for other programs at local branches and activities for adults and teens !

Learn more by watching this ASL WELCOME TO SRC VIDEO !

Contact us at [email protected] or 1-877-415-8475 for more information.

Vancouver Island Regional Library is sponsoring the BC Summer Reading Club, in cooperation with the British Columbia Library Association, with funding from the Libraries Branch, BC Ministry of Education, and CUPE BC.

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BC Summer Reading Club 2023

Join is online and in-person this year for summer reading club! Register for our in-person program at the library and/or our online program at bcsrc.ca . Note registration for the online program does NOT get you a spot in our local activities, you must register for each separately.

Summer reading club runs July 11-13, 18-21 for ages 5 to 12. This year’s summer reading club theme is Journey Through Time.

Sub-themes:

• Dynamic Dinosaurs – Prehistoric life
• Living Large – Art, culture, daily life
• Beautiful Builds – Architecture, buildings, bridges
• Terrific Transportation – Transportation throughout history and what’s to come
• Ingenious Inventions – Past, present, and future
• Rollin’ with Retro – Retro classics
• Far Out Future – What’s to come

About BC Summer Reading Club

BC Summer Reading Club is a free literacy program encourages reading throughout the summer and engages children (ages 5-14 years old) with their public library. Summer Reading Club is a fun, educational, inclusive and community-oriented program that began over 30 years ago in 1990.

BC Summer Reading Club is sponsored by the British Columbia Library Association and BC public libraries with the generous assistance of Public Libraries Branch, Ministry of Municipal Affairs, and CUPE BC.

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TD Summer Reading Club is celebrating their 20 th anniversary as a national program

From: Library and Archives Canada

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Get ready to blast off with the 2024 TD Summer Reading Club!

GATINEAU, June 20, 2024

Today, we are proud to announce the official launch of the 2024 TD Summer Reading Club. This year’s edition marks the 20 th anniversary of the program being offered across Canada. The TD Summer Reading Club is a bilingual summer reading program for kids of all ages, interests, and abilities. Co-created and delivered by over 2,200 libraries across Canada, this free national program is developed by the Toronto Public Library in partnership with Library and Archives Canada. Sponsorship is provided by TD Bank Group.

The TD Summer Reading Club will be hosting two launch events filled with fun activities for kids from grades one to four. At Garden River First Nation’s, kids will have the opportunity to stroll through the StoryWalk ® and participate in a workshop with children’s author and illustrator Kevin Sylvester. At Westmount Public Library, former astronaut, Marc Garneau will lead the children through a StoryWalk ® . They can experience a planetarium adventure and participate in a workshop with the club’s 2024 illustrator Audrey Malo.

Check out the Club’s new website for kids where they can interact, comment on each other’s posts and create a community of readers. The parents and library staff websites will be launched later this summer. The staff website will feature an updated library registration and material orders process, as well as real time participation data.

About TD Summer Reading Club

The Club helps connect families with books and builds confidence in reading through the delivery of free incentives and fun, accessible library activities. All summer long across Canada, libraries aim to inspire a sense of adventure and wonder, nurture children's imaginations and celebrate their accomplishments.

About Library and Archives Canada

The mandate of Library and Archives Canada is to acquire, preserve and make accessible the documentary heritage of Canada for the benefit of present and future generations, and to be a source of enduring knowledge accessible to all, contributing to the cultural, social and economic advancement of Canada. Library and Archives Canada also facilitates cooperation among communities involved in the acquisition, preservation and diffusion of knowledge, and serves as the continuing memory of the Government of Canada and its institutions.

About Toronto Public Library

Toronto Public Library is the world's busiest urban public library system, with more than 46 million annual visits to their branches and online. The Library empowers Torontonians to thrive in the digital age and knowledge economy through easy access to technology, lifelong learning, and diverse cultural and leisure experiences, where, when and how their customers need them.

“How wonderful it is to witness the curiosity of a young mind as they explore the imaginative world of books and discover exciting new Canadian authors, illustrators and stories. At LAC, we're committed to collecting and preserving Canada’s literary heritage, ensuring it remains accessible to all. For two decades now, we've proudly contributed to this program that not only cherishes books and reading but also nurtures a love for lifelong learning." —Leslie Weir, Librarian and Archivist of Canada

"For twenty years, the TD Summer Reading Club has connected children across Canada with books to help motivate a love of reading. Featuring unique stories from talented Canadian authors and illustrators, we want to help promote storylines where children can see themselves reflected in our country's diversity while keeping them engaged in reading all summer long. That's why we are proud to continue supporting programs that provide access to early learning opportunities to help open doors for children's futures." —Alicia Rose, AVP, Social Impact, TD Bank

“The TD Summer Reading Club has been a wonderful program to keep children reading, build their confidence and nurture a lifelong love of reading. As developers of the program, all of us at Toronto Public Library are proud to see the TD Summer Reading Club continue to thrive and enrich the lives of children and families across the country.” —Vickey Bowles, City Librarian

Quick facts

The TD Summer Reading Club works closely with Centre for Equitable Library Access and Canadian National Institute for the Blind to make all aspects of the program accessible for kids with different abilities.

The 800 Storywalk ® across Canada will include a QR code for accessible recording and braille overlays.

A total of 684,765 children participated in the TD Summer Reading Club in 2023.

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• Library and Archives Canada
• Toronto Public Library

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