Kids Summer Reading

June 22 – August 17

Plant a Seed, Read!

Plant a Seed, Read is rooted in the concept of farm to table. A farm grows food that nourishes our bodies; a library grows ideas that nourish our minds. Both food and stories connect us to our family, culture, economy, and ecology. iREAD 2026: Plant a Seed, Read will provide a context for exploring culture, history, science, health, and human connection.

Kids reading game:

Participate in the summer reading challenge beginning on June 22. Keep track of the days you read on your gameboard for a chance to win prizes. Complete activities on the bingo board to earn raffle tickets. You can track your reading online by setting up an account with READsquared.  Pick up your gameboard and bonus activity bingo board at any Hamden Library location.

All Reading Counts! Listen to an audiobook or have someone read to you. Attend a library program or check out a museum pass. There are so many ways to be part of the summer reading challenge.

Events & Programs

Don’t forget to visit our program calendar for a list of summer events happening at all three Hamden Library locations.