This summer, school libraries will be open with free activities!

Get ready to read with local hip-hop, dance, music, and theatre artists! SummerREADS is an opportunity for students and families to increase time spent reading and provide access to books and literacy-based activities in their own neighborhoods over the summer by utilizing nine state-of-the-art school libraries renovated as part of the Baltimore Elementary and Middle School Library Project.

Enjoy hands-on storytelling with help from special guests, including Art with a Heart, Maryland SPCA, The National Aquarium, and Port Discovery!

Students will also:

• Learn the fundamental techniques of beatboxing with Max Bent
• Write hip hop verses while improving literacy skills with Bomani
• Experience literacy through photography with Christina Delgado
• Transform the library into a makerspace with FutureMakers
• Create a terrarium in Port Discovery's Eco Kids! workshop
• Discover ways to make instruments out of recycled materials
• Enjoy games and fun activities with YMCA's Y on the Fly
• Earn prizes by logging reading hours
• And much more!

The program is geared toward students who are entering grades K-3 in the fall, though students entering grades K-5 may register. Site selection is on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may be put on a wait list if a library is at capacity.

Parents and families are welcome to stay for the duration of the program however they are not required to do so. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Daily on-site registration will be available if space allows.