Summer Reading Program

About the program:

The library and Wrangell School District work cooperatively to offer this popular program to children entering grades K through 9. The purpose of this program is to maintain and/or improve the reading skills of children in Wrangell over the summer. Summer reading programs are essential to helping students become better readers, writers and spellers. Public library programs can help meet the personal and social needs of youth and help them feel safe, cared for and valued. Numerous studies have shown that reading over the summer prevents reading loss. (Tony Evers, Ph.D.)

2024 Summer Reading Program RULES

For Grades K-9 (2024-2025 school year)

May 28 – August 3, 2024

Registration begins May 1

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 30^TH

• Each book is worth a certain number of points. For every point you earn you get a ticket to enter into the CASH or PRIZES DRAWING of your choice! Earn 10 points to complete the program, but don’t stop there! You can earn up to 100 points. There will be a party and a special prize at the end of the program for all who accumulate at least 10 points.
• To earn points, select and read an Accelerated Reader (AR) book at your reading level or above. Take the AR test on the computers provided at the library. Tests must be taken at the Irene Ingle Public Library. Students who cannot read may have an adult read the book and test questions to them but must choose their own answers. To find out if a library book has an AR test look inside the cover on the top of the right page or on the card pocket. To find out if any book has an AR test go to www.arbookfind.com.
• Testing computers belong to the library, and the Accelerated Reader Program by Renaissance Learning is on loan from the Wrangell Public School District. Your AR account (log-in and password) is the same as the one used at school. If you do not attend Wrangell Public Schools, an AR account will be made for you.
• First day of testing is May 28. Only books read between May 17 (when the school library closes) and August 3 are eligible for testing during the Summer Reading Program.
• If you have already taken a test on a book at school, you will not be able to take the test again at the library. No re-reads. Tests that are not passed cannot be retaken. Books that are tested on during the Summer Reading Program will remain on your AR account for school the next year.
• Books cannot be consulted during tests. Books cannot be consulted during tests. Any students taking or receiving test scores from someone else will be ruled ineligible for prizes.
• Tickets are tallied once a week. You must pick up tickets each week, stockpiling throughout the summer is not allowed. Tickets cannot leave the library. Folding or mutilating tickets is not allowed. First and last name must be written on all tickets or another ticket will be drawn.
• The library reserves the right to revise, add, and delete any rules or prizes. Prizes must be picked up within 30 days or another winner’s name will be drawn. Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable and must be picked up in Wrangell.