Reading Programs
The BOOK IT! Program
BOOK IT! is a reading incentive program designed to inspire children, Pre-K through 6th grade, to set reading goals by rewarding them with a certificate for one free pizza from Pizza Hut for every month they meet their reading goals.
Summer Reading at B&N
Each summer, kids in grades 1-6 can read any eight books from the Barnes and Noble (B&N) approved reading catalogue, log them in a Summer Reading Journal, and bring the Journal to a Barnes & Noble store to choose one free book.
SUMMER READING JOURNAL (ENGLISH)
Summer Reading at Half Price Books
Each summer, children and teens can earn rewards by tracking their reading and earning $5 Bookworm Bucks, which act as store credit. The program also provides downloadable coloring pages, activity ideas, and themed reading lists for various age groups.
Dallas Specific Programs
Summer Reading Challenge at The Dallas Public Library
Smart Summer is the Dallas Public Library's free summer program, running May 30 through August 8. Kids earn free books for reading just 20 minutes a day, plus food coupons and grand prize entries for completing activities. All reading counts, including comics, audiobooks, and being read to. Adults can earn prizes too by participating. Sign up at dallaslibrary.beanstack.org or on the Beanstack app.
Fort Worth Resources
The Fort Worth Public Library
The Fort Worth Public Library offers programs and services for youth and adults, a wide collection of books, musical instruments, and more, along with free online learning tools.