Hey, Scott County kids and parents, get ready to jumpstart your summer reading. The local libraries have announced the kickoff of their Summer Spotlight program, promising a season filled with adventures in reading. Starting May 23, young bookworms in Belle Plaine, Elko New Market, Jordan, and New Prague can snag their starter kits. For those in other areas, the wait is a tad longer — kits will be available starting June 1.
Summer Spotlight isn't your run-of-the-mill reading challenge. It's a chance for kids to fully explore widely diverse worlds within pages, all while keeping their brains sharp during the school-free months. To get a head start on the program, all you need to do is visit the library's Summer Spotlight page, and you're set to go. According to a recent post on Scott County's website, "starter kits are available at all other libraries starting June 1."
What's in these starter kits, you ask? Though the contents are shrouded in a bit of mystery, one can expect them to include reading logs, bookmarks, and other fun materials to get the reading marathon properly underway. It's a treasure trove for any young mind looking to embark on a literary quest throughout the summer.
Scott County is gearing up to foster a love for reading and learning that will hopefully carry on well beyond the summer. It's a chance for children to not just passively enjoy tales of yore and fantastical adventures, but to also grow their understanding and literacy skills. Don't forget to hit up the library's Summer Spotlight page and be a part of this enriching summer experience.
