Now in its 47th year, the annual Summer Library Reading Program starts Monday, June 1, 2026! This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story” opens doors to a world of imagination, learning, and creativity. Readers of all ages can register at their local public library or online.
Why participate? The Summer Library Reading Program has so many benefits! Not only does it promote learning during summer break in a fun way, it also sharpens literacy skills, encourages reluctant readers, and fosters a passion for reading. And, the annual Summer Library Reading Program motivates children, teens, and adults of all ages to experience the joy of reading throughout the long, lazy summer. Best of all? It’s completely free!
The statewide initiative, which is supported by the Office of the Governor, the Delaware Department of Education, and the Delaware Division of Libraries, aims to encourage reading during the summer, and is especially focused on helping students stay academically engaged and creatively inspired. “Reading helps young people see the world in new ways, and through initiatives like the Summer Library Reading Program, we’re making sure all children have the opportunity to grow, explore, and shine,” saidGovernor Matt Meyer.
“The Summer Library Reading Program is one of the most powerful ways we nurture a love of reading in Delaware’s students; helping them read, imagine, and grow all summer long,” said Cindy Marten, Secretary of Education. “A love of reading sparks curiosity, builds strong literacy habits at home, and brings families into the joy of literacy together. This is how we raise lifelong readers: one great book, one bedtime story, one spark at a time.”
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About the Delaware Division of Libraries
The Delaware Division of Libraries, a state agency dedicated to unleashing the potential in all Delawareans in partnership with Delaware Libraries, offers free access to the DLC (online catalog) Wi-Fi; computers/internet; eBooks; programs/workshops; community partnerships; and more. The Division of Libraries is also the backbone for the Delaware Literacy Alliance, where library and literacy professionals join forces to improve literacy across the lifespan for all Delawareans.
About Success Won’t Wait
Founded in 2002, Success Won’t Wait is a not-for-profit literacy organization based in Wilmington, Delaware. To learn more about Success Won’t Wait’s literacy projects, how to donate used children’s books in Delaware, volunteer your time, or host a Used Book Drive please click on the About Us tab above.
And, if your program, school or center needs assistance with books, please Contact Us to learn more. Read now, because success won’t wait!