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Young People can receive a Certificate of Recognition from Governor Gregoire, State Librarian Jan Walsh, and Superintendent of Public Instruction Terry Bergeson
As governor and as a mom, Governor Christine Gregoire believes that one of the best things children and families can do is develop a love for books. To maintain and enhance reading habits and skills, it is important that children read for at least 20 minutes each day — especially during the summer months. Participating in a summer reading program at a local public library or through school is a fun way to ensure that reading becomes a vital summer activity.
Boys and girls who complete a school or library summer reading program can receive a special Certificate of Recognition from a participating teacher or librarian. The certificate was created in partnership with State Librarian Jan Walsh, Superintendent of Public Instruction Terry Bergeson, and Governor Gregoire. They believe that summer reading achievement by children in Washington State deserves to be recognized and celebrated! Children can receive a certificate by joining a summer reading program at a participating public library or school. More below >
Next summer there will be a new certificate available for children who meet the goal set by their local school or library summer reading program. The certificate can be personalized and letters from Governor Gregoire to teachers and principals, librarians, and children will also be available.
The Washington State Library is continuing the Washington Summer Reading Blog, a place where middle-school aged library patrons can share reviews of their favorite books and communicate with one another about what they’re reading. In an effort to make it easy for librarians and teachers to roll this blog into existing summer reading programs, the Washington State Library has come up with a list of marketing suggestions and promotional materials. To address concerns about Internet safety, all postings and comments on the blog will be moderated.
