The program is designed to prevent a phenomenon called the summer slide, which refers to children losing some of their literacy gains over the summer. (NortheastNOW Staff/ Rachel May)

By Rachel May

Summer reading program

Camp read s’more is welcoming all summer readers

Jun 23, 2023 | 1:00 PM

The summer reading program kicked off for the Melfort Library with a bang.

On June 21st the library held a street festival filled with activities, readings, and sign-ups for the program-themed camp read s’more.

Rene Chambers told northeastNOW that not only will children ages two to thirteen get to explore the world of reading but there will be exciting activities for them to enjoy.

“We have programming that runs all summer. We’ve got the science centre, we have a couple of coding classes that we’re going to offer. We’re going to have reptiles at the wind-up party.”

Young readers will have to earn their ticket to the windup party by reading books but that isn’t the only treat kids will be able to earn over the summer.

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“For every 10 picture books or two chapter books, they get to go fishing for a prize, so they can win treats, books and surprises.”

Chamber explained that last year parents came into the library just to tell librarians that they had never seen their children read as much as they did during the program. She thanked the incentives for helping motivate young readers.

The program is designed to prevent a phenomenon called the summer slide which refers to when children end to lose some of the literacy goals that they gain during the school year.

“We’re hearing a lot from teachers that literacy rates are down or have fallen and so anything we can do to help. That’s of course why we’re here,” Chambers explained.

Not only is the library focusing on helping children develop their reading skills, but they also have opportunities for all age groups to dive into a good book.

“We will be running a summer reading program for adults and teens as well like the last couple of years.”

For those who aren’t quite ready to commit to a reading program but still want to immerse themselves in a good book, Chambers welcomes everyone to come into the library and see what they have to offer.

“We have great recommendations at the library. So pop in and we’ll be able to find you the perfect book.”

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