Summer is a time for swimming at the pool, riding bikes, sleeping in, and playing with friends. But it is also a great time for relaxing reading for fun and keeping their minds busy and active just as much as their bodies.
Many local libraries around Wheaton, IL have summer reading programs that encourage kids to continue reading all summer long. These challenges can either help them branch out into new genres or authors, include free t-shirts, entice them with cool prizes at the end of the summer for completion, entered into raffles for museum tickets or local giveaways, or just give kids a way to hold themselves accountable. Even more fun, lots of libraries have fun kick-off events that help kids get signed up, and have some fun while they're there!
Read on below for all the details:
Summer Reading Programs
Helen Plum Library: May 12 - August 2nd
Wheaton Public Library: May 29th - August 1st
Carol Stream Library: May 27th - August 10th
Warrenville Library: June 1st - July 31st
Glen Ellyn Library: June 1st – July 31st
Winfield Library: June 2nd - July 31st
Bloomingdale Library: June 2nd - August 2nd
Glenside Library: June 7th - July 31st
Summer Reading Progam Events
- Sat May 31, 2025, Summer Reading Kick-Off at Carol Stream Library
- Mon June 2, 2025, Summer Reading Kickoff at Winfield Library
- Wed June 4, 2025, Summer Reading Registration Party, Helen Plum Library
- Sat June 7, 2025, Ice Cream Social & Kickoff Event at Wheaton Library
- Sat June 7, 2025, Kona Ice Kickoff Event at Glenside Library
- Mon June 9, 2025, Ice Cream Social at Glen Ellyn Library
Need help finding some new books? Check with your local librarian - they have TONS of great ideas for new books keep your little ones engaged. We also love these curated lists from ReadBrightly.com:
