The Library would like to recognize children
who have read all summer long. A record 1,318 children participated in our
Summer Reading Program “Dig into Reading” during June and July. They were rewarded with
prizes, lots of fun programs, and a lucky few even went home with a new
bicycle. But most important of all, they kept their minds and imaginations
active this summer by reading regularly.
Reading is an important activity for children, especially
during the summer. By reading during non-school days, they can prevent the
“Summer Slide” which can take up to two months to catch up their reading skills
once the school year begins.
“I am very proud of the high number of
readers who have participated in the program, but the little moments of the
summer reading program are just as important. For instance, when you talk
with individual children about what the best book they read this week, this
month, or this summer. The kids just buzz with excitement to tell you
about the book that they currently love,” said
Southside Branch children’s librarian Amy Barr.
The Library would like to thank the sponsors
of our 2013 Summer Reading Program:
The Friends of the Santa Fe Public Library
The Mary Dolores Vocelle
Estate
Santa
Fe Century
Rob and Charlie’s
Genoveva Chavez Community Center
Burger King
McDonald’s
Alternative Gift Market
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