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Summer Reading Programs at Georgia public libraries encourage children and families to read for fun during the summer months.
Use this toolkit to help prepare for and promote summer activities at your library.
This year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” Get ready to welcome your community to the library for a summer adventure full of reading, learning, and fun!
Key Messages
Summer Reading Programs at Georgia public libraries offer creative, fun, and FREE ways to build a love for reading and learning. Learn more at georgialibraries.org/summer-reading
- Summer reading is a great way for families to bond and develop a love of reading and learning. When children participate in Summer Reading programs at their local library, they:
- – are motivated to read;
- – develop positive attitudes about reading, books, and the library;
- – maintain or improve their reading skills during summer vacation;
- – have access to fun learning experiences;
- – can make new friends, and more!
- Get the most out of summertime at your local library. Kids can earn prizes for achieving reading goals, all ages can join in-person and online activities, and families can check out opportunities to explore Georgia.
- Everyone can discover something new the library’s Summer Reading Program. It’s for the entire family!
Press release template
Use language from the summer reading press release template (docx) to craft a message for your community and to share with local media. Feel free to use any parts or all of the language, and be sure to add in details about your special summer programs.
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Social Media Graphics
Use these graphics to highlight summer reading activities on your social media or website.
To use these images: Click on an image to open the gallery, then right-click on the image and save it to your computer.
CSLP Graphics
The following graphics are from the Collaborative Summer Library Program.
To use these images: Click on an image to open the gallery, then right-click on the image and save it to your computer.
CSLP Artwork and Slogans
Click on an image to open the gallery, then right-click on the image and save it to your computer.
CSLP Graphics and Slogans
Click on an image to open the gallery, then right-click on the image and save it to your computer.
CSLP Graphics and Slogans in Spanish
Click on an image to open the gallery, then right-click on the image and save it to your computer.
Shareable Video
This PSA video was produced by the Collaborative Summer Learning Program.
Add blurb and update with 2024 PSA video from CSLP
Accessible Summer Reading Programs
Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS) provides inclusive programs to engage all ages in reading activities during the summer. The GLS Summer Reading Program is for children, teens, and adults who are registered GLS patrons. Have fun and earn points by reading, attending in-person or virtual events, and completing activities at home.
GLS Summer Reading Program runs June 1 – July 31, 2024.
GLS patrons are welcome to participate in their local library’s summer reading programs as well!
Alt Text and Image Descriptions for graphics
Please follow best practices for accessibility and include alt text (maximum 125 characters recommended) and/or an image description (maximum 280 characters recommended) for graphics, as appropriate. Feel free to reach out to the GLS team if you need help or have questions.
Get started with Beanstack
Make the most out of planning and promoting Summer Reading Program with Beanstack.
Beanstack is a great tool for registrations, virtual challenges, and prize tracking. It can help make organizing Summer Reading activities easier. Get creative with Beanstack Summer Reading Challenge 2024 artwork, paper log, and promotional materials. Find more resources below:
- The Beanstack blog has useful info on setting up a program and more.
- Sign up for Beanstack’s e-newsletter to get updates and links to support resources.
- You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
- Connect with the help center for libraries and resources for promoting Beanstack and the mobile app.
- Check out webinars with best practices from other libraries.
- Cherokee Regional Library System also has a great video to promote Beanstack.
Learn about Beanstack
Beanstack 5×7 Postcard
This 5×7 double-sided postcard highlights features of the Beanstack app. It can also be used as an email or social media graphic if you are unable to print it.
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Social media messages
Use these messages with any of the images on this page to raise awareness of your library’s Summer Reading Program. You can edit and customize as needed.
Messages for your Summer Reading Program
Hashtags: #GeorgiaLibraries #SummerReading #SummerReadingProgram
Messages for Statewide Programs
Hashtags and tags: #GeorgiaLibraries #SummerReading | Be sure to tag Experience Pass partners