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The Program

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How to Catch and Observe a Reading Bug:

1) Register for the Summer Reading Program at the Newport Public Library, by phone or online.

2) Feed your reading bug a steady diet by reading 6 books over the summer - about 1 book a week.

3) Report the titles of the books in a reading log

4) Visit the library at least 1 time over the summer

Who Can Catch a Reading Bug?:

Pre-school children to children entering 6th grade in the Fall. Pre-schoolers can complete the program by having someone read aloud to them and record in their log for them.

When Can a Reading Bug be Caught?

Reading bugs are most active between July 8th and August 13th.

What are Some Benefits of Catching a Reading Bug?

Reading fun, entertainers, prizes, outdoor fair, discount coupons to RI family attractions, and more!

Children who complete all of the requirements receive:

1) A personalized certificate with the child's name on it

2) A toy prize

3) A free book

4) Up to 6 discount coupons good at local and state attractions (1 for each book read)

Children are also eligible to win grand prizes awarded by
random drawing.

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Short Program
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Enrolled Summer Visitors

In addition to the regular 6-week program, the Newport Public Library also offers a Short-Term Program that is fast and easy to complete!

Children completing the Short-Term Program need to:

1) Read at least 1 book and record it in their reading log

2) Visit the library at least 1 time

3) Complete a library activity page

Children who complete the Short-Term Program receive:

1) A personalized certificate with the child's name on it

2) A discount coupon to an RI attraction or for a free McDonald's ice cream cone

3) A toy prize


Children completing the Short-Term Program are not eligible to win
grand prizes and do not receive a free book.




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