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iREAD Update
February 12, 20142014: Paws to Read
Is your library scrambling to plan its summer reading program? Don't worry, there's still time to place an iREAD order! If you place an order by March 1st, you will receive your items by May 1st. Please click here to order your items. Can't pay before receiving your items? Just check "Bill Me" during check out, and we will send you an invoice.
Is your library scrambling to plan its summer reading program? Don't worry, there's still time to place an iREAD order! If you place an order by March 1st, you will receive your items by May 1st. Please click here to order your items. Can't pay before receiving your items? Just check "Bill Me" during check out, and we will send you an invoice.
2015: Read to the Rhythm Resource Guide Submissions
The iREAD Committee is looking for submissions for the 2015 "Read to the Rhythm" Resource Guide! Music themed activities, program ideas, crafts, games, reading lists, etc. are needed for children, teens, and adults. Anyone may submit an idea but all submission must be original (not copyrighted). Submissions are due February 28, 2014 and may be submitted by e-mail to ideas@ireadprogram.org or online here.
The iREAD Committee is looking for submissions for the 2015 "Read to the Rhythm" Resource Guide! Music themed activities, program ideas, crafts, games, reading lists, etc. are needed for children, teens, and adults. Anyone may submit an idea but all submission must be original (not copyrighted). Submissions are due February 28, 2014 and may be submitted by e-mail to ideas@ireadprogram.org or online here.
2016: Read -- For the Win!
The iREAD slogan has been selected! Get ready to "Read -- For the Win!" This theme will focus on sports and games to coincide with the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Readers will be asked to challenge themselves by setting reading goals and will be encouraged throughout the summer to achieve them!