The statistics are in and this year’s Summer Reading Challenge was the most successful yet.
More than 4,000 (4,200) children in Cheshire East took part in this year’s campaign, called ‘Space Hop’ – an increase of 12.4% compared to last year. Of those who took part, 2,503 completed the challenge, an increase of 13.4%.
The challenge asked four to 11 year-olds to read six books or more and visit their local library four times during the school summer holidays.
Those who completed the Summer Reading Challenge were given a medal and certificate to mark their achievement.
This year’s campaign proved particularly popular with boys: 1,881 took part – an increase of 16.3% on last year.
Staff from Cheshire East Council’s libraries worked alongside local schools to make sure pupils received information on the Summer Reading Challenge and how to join their local library.
Cheshire East Councillor Andrew Knowles, Cabinet member with responsibility for health and wellbeing, said:
“I would like to thank everyone involved with Cheshire East Council’s libraries for their hard work. Once again, we have seen improvements on last year’s participation – exceeding expectations.”
“Maintaining a strong link between our schools and local libraries is vital if we are to encourage future generations to enjoy reading and make it part of their everyday lives.”
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