2009 Summer Reading Program

SUMMER 2009

MECHANICS:
The Summer Reading Program is geared for children ages 6-12 years old. The Program usually consists of storytelling, crafts, contests, and special guests. It lasts approximately 45 minutes to an hour.

Each child will fill out a reading log with his/her name, age, and school. The child will take the reading log home and record the title of each library book read during the summer program. When a child reaches half of his/her goal, he/she will sign a super reader's poster and receive an award. A certificate and another award will be given when the goal is completed.

Books to be counted on the logs must be library books chosen on the child's reading level. Children who are unable to read may have a parent or sibling read to them.

The reading goal for the 6 - 8 year old children is to read eight (8) books during the program, and the goal for the 9 - 12 year old children is to read a total of six (6) books. Once the goal has been reached, The children are encouraged to continue to read and record books on the reading log. The children will qualify for a reading certificate if the goal has been reached. Certificates will be awarded at the last storyhour program at each branch library.

RULES:
The Library cannot be responsible for children once they leave the library. Parents should be sure the child has a responsible person at the library during and after the program.

Children do not have to attend the Summer Reading Program in order to participate in the program.

Children are reminded before each storyhour to please: use the restroom, be quiet in the library, always have shoes, shirts, etc, on while in the library, have no food or drink inside the library, and do not run while in the library.

We ask that parents browse for books or read a magazine while the storyhour is in session to assure plenty of room for the children and to allow the performer full command of their attention.

MOST IMPORTANT: You must have a Bossier Parish Library card in order to check out books.

If you have any problems or questions, please ask our staff. We are here to help and assist our patrons. Thanks so much for your cooperation and participation in this year's fun-filled Summer Reading Program!