May 19 - August 12
2022 Summer Reading
READING CHALLENGES, PRIZES & FUN EVENTS
Join MCPL for all kinds of adventures this summer!
Welcome!
Summer Reading is a great way to keep kids engaged, maintain skills over the summer, and encourage learning and growth through reading and new experiences. It's FREE for kids of all ages to participate!
WEEKLY EVENTS
run through the month of June
Storytime
TUESDAYS @ 10:00AM
Explore the ocean right here in Kansas! Stories and fun geared to pre-K but all ages welcome.
Picnic in the Park
WEDNESDAYS @ 11:30AM
Bring your lunch and join us in the library park for exciting theme-related special programs.
Explore + Craft
THURSDAYS @ 1:30PM
Explore ocean elements and your imagination! Spots are limited, registration required.
STORYTIME
Tuesdays @ 10:00AM
Geared to pre-K, all ages welcome. Ocean themed stories and sometimes songs/snacks/activities, too!
PICNIC IN THE PARK
Wednesdays @ 11:30AM
All ages welcome. Bring a picnic lunch, something comfy to sit on, and enjoy a special aquatic-themed outdoor program!
Note: Wednesday, June 1st Kick-off Event begins at 12:30PM
EXPLORE + CRAFT
Thursdays @ 1:30PM
Explore and learn all about elements of the oceans with Sheri, our Children's Librarian. Then, get to make cool things with a corresponding craft! Designed for kids who have just completed 2nd Grade and up.
UPDATE: there have been plenty of spots left, so NO registration necessary! Just come on over to the library with your kiddos for some cool crafting!
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUMMER READING KICK-OFF
Wednesday, June 1 @ 12:30PM
Special kick-off program in the park featuring author, educator, and entertainer, Aaron Fowler. Aaron will be bringing and his dogs, Bella and Choco, and putting on a special program for Summer Reading. Check out Aaron's books and more about him before the event!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Mary Cotton Public Library.
BOOK vs. MOVIE
July 2022 - official times TBA
A special challenge for upper elementary through middle school readers. Read a book from the list and you’ve got your ticket to the corresponding movie party at the library! Movie nights will be held in the month of July, details below:
BOOKS:
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Because of Winn Dixie | Movie: Friday, July 8 @ 1:00PM
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The BFG | Movie: Friday, July 15 @ 1:00PM
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Stone Fox | Movie: Friday, July 22 @ 1:00PM
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The Black Stallion | Movie: Friday, July 29 @ 1:00PM
Printable Summer Event Schedule
Want to view the detailed event schedule or print a copy for your fridge? Just click the PDF icon here to view or print!
Google Calendar
If you use Google, you can go to our Events Calendar, find the ones you want to attend, click "copy to my Google calendar" in the event details, and all your Summer Reading events will be added right to your own calendar!
Sign up today!
READING GOALS
May 19 - August 12
GROUP A
0 - 2nd Grade
Goal 1: 25 books
Goal 2: +10 books
Goal 3: +10 books
GROUP B
3rd - 5th Grade
Goal 1: 15 books
Goal 2: +5 books
Goal 3: +5 books
GROUP C
6th - 12th Grade
Goal 1: 5 books
Goal 2: +2 books
Goal 3: +3 books
ABOUT READING GOALS
Read, record your books, reach a goal, claim your prize!
There are three different goal levels for each age group, helping to keep kids reading all summer long. Goal 1 for each group is the standard amount for that age group. Anything beyond that is icing on the cake. Hit the first level goal? Keep reading (x) more to earn another prize!
Each level completed earns you a prize or drawing entry. You can also be entered (up to four times) to win a Kindle - once upon registration and then one for each level you complete!
Write them down! You'll get a themed reading log when you pick up your welcome packet at the library. These aren't required, though, so feel free to bring in any list to the library and the staff will count them up!
How to log books
Write them down! Our paper, age-group-specific reading logs are great because they help visualize progress towards each goal. Be sure to get one when you register in-person or you can always print one from here. These aren't required, though, so feel free to bring in any list to the library and the staff will count them up!
Bring that reading log or list in to the library and show a staff member you've reached your goal! They'll double check the total books and mark that level is completed on that child's registration sheet (we keep them all in a big binder). Then, choose a corresponding prize from the cabinet. Hooray!
How to earn a prize
REGISTRATION
Opens Thursday, May 19, 2022
There's (2) ways to register:
(PS. If it's still summer, it's not too late to register.)