There’s still time to join the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge

28 August 2025

If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still plenty of time for children to take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Story Garden. Running across Northamptonshire libraries until 13 September, the challenge invites children to enjoy six books of their choice over the summer.

The theme, Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors, is inspiring children to explore new stories and ideas. Every child who signs up receives a special collector’s card and earns a sticker for each book they read – whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, e-books or audiobooks. Complete all six and they’ll be awarded a free medal and certificate to celebrate their achievement.

Key dates to remember

• Sign up anytime at your local library until Saturday 13 September
• Complete the challenge by Saturday 20 September to claim a medal and certificate

Libraries are also running a wide range of free events and activities alongside the challenge. Check the Libraries What’s On webpage to see what’s happening near you.

The Summer Reading Challenge is free to join - just drop into your local library and get started today. For more information, visit the Libraries webpage or ask at your nearest branch.