The benefits of summer reading are clear. National research finds that students who participate in library summer reading programs score higher on reading achievement tests at the beginning of the next school year than those who do not participate.
The iREAD mission is to provide libraries with the tools to bridge this summer gap, while inspiring literacy and life-long learning. Click here to view iREAD’s new Prevent Summer Slide bookmarks and posters, designed to create support from parents and community leaders.