Summer Reading Challenge
Books & Reading
A fun and free reading challenge for kids and teens aged 0-18 during the summer break.
Details
Tuesday 1 December 2026
to Sunday 31 January 2027
Macquarie Rd, Springwood NSW 2777, Australia
$
Free
A fun and free reading challenge for kids and teens aged 0-18 during the summer break.
Tuesday 1 December 2026
to Sunday 31 January 2027
Macquarie Rd, Springwood NSW 2777, Australia
Free
Dive into a world of stories and adventures with the Summer Reading Challenge, designed especially for children and teens aged 0 to 18. This engaging and creative activity encourages young readers to explore a variety of reading materials, from picture books to graphic novels, ensuring there's something for every interest.
Participants can enjoy the freedom to choose their own reading journey, whether they prefer physical books, magazines, or digital formats like eBooks and audiobooks. The challenge is a fantastic way to keep children motivated and entertained throughout the summer holidays.
With fabulous rewards to earn, this challenge transforms reading into a fun and rewarding experience, perfect for keeping young minds active and curious.
The Summer Reading Challenge runs from 1 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, covering the entire summer break period. It is completely free to join, requiring only a library membership, which is also free.
Participants can borrow materials from any Blue Mountains Library branch or access electronic resources online, making it convenient regardless of location. Log sheets to track reading progress can be picked up at any library or downloaded from the Blue Mountains Library website.
This challenge is inclusive and flexible, welcoming all reading levels and preferences, and is a fantastic way to maintain literacy skills during the holidays.
The challenge is hosted by the Blue Mountains Library network, with physical locations including the main branch at 104 Macquarie Road, Springwood, and all other Blue Mountains Library branches.
Readers can participate from anywhere by using the electronic resources available through the library's website, ensuring accessibility for all.
Library branches are open Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm, providing ample opportunity to visit and collect materials or log sheets.
This event is suitable for children and teens aged 0 to 18 years, making it perfect for families looking to encourage reading habits over the summer.
A free library membership is required to participate, which can be obtained at any Blue Mountains Library branch.
The challenge supports a wide range of reading formats, including books, magazines, eBooks, audiobooks, and graphic novels, catering to diverse interests and reading styles.
Participation in the Summer Reading Challenge is completely free of charge.
No prior booking is necessary; simply register for a library membership if you do not already have one.
For more information, participants can contact the library via phone or email, or visit the Blue Mountains Library website to download log sheets and access electronic resources.