Summer Reading Challenge at library through Aug. 31

FALLBROOK – All ages are invited to take the Summer Reading Challenge at San Diego County Library! The Challenge runs from June 1 through Aug. 31 and awards prizes to customers who complete a goal of reading 10 books or 10 hours.

This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme is Read to the Rhythm and libraries are hosting special events all summer long.

"The Summer Reading Challenge encourages thousands of kids, teens, and adults to read and participate in library events each and every summer," said Library Director José Aponte. "Our libraries are sanctuaries that provide access to endless inspiration and transformational experiences."

Summer reading is particularly valuable to kids and teens as it encourages students to read over the summer to prevent the "summer slide"; reading during the summer keeps students from losing reading skills gained during the school year.

Research shows that children who read four or more books during the summer score better on reading comprehension tests when they come back to school, compared to peers who don’t read over the summer.

For more information on the Summer Reading Challenge, contact or visit the Fallbrook Library at (760) 731-4650 or 124 S. Mission Road.