Kids

Kids (ages 0-12) and your adult, guardian, family member or friend, get inspired and Let Freedom Read! Discover the wonderful world of books by reading at least 12 hours this summer! Track the reading and collect prizes along the way. Reach 6 hours and 12 hours to earn prizes for spending time reading a good book.

Summer can be busy, but “many studies suggest that an hour a day spent on reinforcing key skills from the previous academic year can limit the amount of summer skills loss.” Learn more here.

Need some awesome reading suggestions? Select a grade level, found below, and explore some amazing books picked out by our wonderful Delaware County District Library staff.

Reading suggestions, CLICK HERE

Reading suggestions, CLICK HERE

Schiffel’s Safety Scholars is a summer program and contest sponsored by the Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office.

“You Be the Author” Book Writing Contest is open to elementary aged students in Delaware County. Stories should include 10-12 pages of content, including illustrations. This year’s theme has not been announced.

Pick up a reading log or bookmark from your local Delaware County District Library branch, from our summer “Check it Out” newsletter or clicking this link to download one now. Whether you like books, comics, eBooks, audiobooks, or being read to by a family member or a friend, remember all of that counts toward your summer reading total!

Prizes may be picked up from June 2 – July 31. Summer Reading Club and read-on bonus prizes vary and will be limited as supplies are available.

6-Hour Prize*: Let freedom ring with a summer beach ball! You’ll receive it in a bag provided by Schiffel’s Safety Scholars, packed with coupons from local businesses for sweet treats, fun family adventures, and more!

12-Hour Prize*: Select a book of your choice to keep.

When you complete a reading log, you’ll receive a read-on bookmark to help keep track of more reading! Each completed bookmark earns you an entry into our prize basket drawing!

*Limit one six-hour and 12-hour prize per reader, please. Prizes provided by the Friends of the Delaware County District Library and the Delaware County Foundation.

Join the Preservation Parks’ for their annual Summer Letterbox Adventure.

Begin the Adventure!

Beginning this summer you can register online at the Preservations Parks' website, or pickup a guidebook at the any Delaware County District Library (DCDL) branch. Your guidebook provides clues that will take you on an adventure to explore different parks around Delaware County.

Prize information will be available on the Preservations Parks' website.

Let Freedom Read! in books, creativity, read-alongs, film, and more.

Celebrate History!

July 4, 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, known as the Semiquincentennial. Join the Delaware County District Library as we host exhibits, share books, and provide programming to honor 250 years of United States history. Visit our America 250 webpage for information about library activities as well as local and statewide events and resources connected to the America 250 celebration across Ohio.

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Personalized Picks are returning for Summer Reading Club!

Let's Get Personal!

Beginning June 1 you can sign-up to receive a personalized booklist for the Summer Reading Club! To begin, visit the Personalized Picks page, fill out the request form, and you’ll be on your way to your next great book.

Looking for book titles that go with our “Let Freedom Read!” theme? Click the following links for suggestions from our DCDL staff!

Books for Teens (COMING SOON)
Books for School-Age Kids (COMING SOON)
Books for Littles (COMING SOON)

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Thank you partners!

We’d like to express our profound gratitude to the Friends of the Delaware County District Library for their generous monetary gift to make this Summer Reading Club possible.

Mission Statement

We open doors to imagination, knowledge, connection, and discovery.