The Summer Reading Challenge runs during the summer holiday every year.
It is a fun challenge for children aged 4 – 11 which aims to keep them reading throughout the school summer holiday. Children who sign up to the challenge receive small rewards and incentives as they read their way through the summer, and those that complete their challenge by reading six books are awarded a certificate.
Children can read any books they like – fiction, non-fiction, poetry – the focus is very much on the enjoyment of reading.
Last year, more than 17,000 Surrey children took part. It is a busy time for libraries, and staff very much appreciate the help provided by volunteers.
As a volunteer, you will be:
- Enrolling children onto the Challenge
- Giving them their rewards and incentives
- Talking to them about the books they have read
- Helping with summer holiday events and activities
Hours are flexible, but we ask you to commit to at least 10 hours over the summer.
You will be supported by library staff and training will be provided at the library.
Here is what some of last year's volunteers said:
- I would recommend helping with the Summer Reading Challenge to others because it's been a great summer being surrounded by books, and I'll definitely think about taking part again next year. Everyone has been really friendly.
- I enjoyed talking to the children and adults alike about the books they have read and helping them choose future books to read.
- Working at the library over the summer was great; it gave me something productive to do and I loved talking to the children about their books.
- It's been a great experience and I'm glad I decided to volunteer again this year
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