What is it all about?
Each year, the State Library of Queensland coordinates a Summer Reading Club for children and their families. This holiday, join our three intrepid adventurers, the Wizard, the Pirate and the Detective, in exploring a special world of fantasy, magic, mystery and challenge, through reading, writing, games and activities online or at your local library.
Find a rich array of activities which have been divided up into 4 groups:
· Level 1 – for 5-7 year olds, with magic tricks….
· Level 2 – for 8-11 year olds, with choose your own adventure stories….
· Level 3 – for 12-16 year olds, with complete this story…..
· Fun for the whole family– this section contains non-age specific activities for the whole family to share.
Who is it aimed at?
The Summer Reading Club is a FREE program, especially designed for children and young people 5 to 16 years.
Where it is being held?
The Summer Reading Club website, created and hosted by the State Library of Queensland is available 24 hours a day and includes a number of exciting activities for participants and their families.
You can also register at your local Queensland public library, or come into the newly opened State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Bank, Brisbane. Please click here to find your closest public library.
Everyone who registers goes into the draw to win one of three iPods, thanks to Encyclopædia Britannica.
Why join in?
It’s the most fun you’ll have all summer! You will get to explore the world of books and allow your imagination to run wild, with awesome programs and activities this school holidays. And remember every participant has the chance to win their very own iPod. So embark on the journey today!
