Scholastic Launches Summer Book Reading Challenge

By Dianna Dilworth 

scholastic304Scholastic has opened the pre-registration for the 2014 Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge for educators.

The free online reading program encourages kids to read during the summer and to log their hours through Scholastic’s site. Students and teachers can set their reading goals and compete against other their students to win prizes.

“We know all teachers are committed to ensuring that their students keep their reading skills sharp throughout the summer,” stated Francie Alexander, Chief Academic Officer at Scholastic. “The Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge offers a fun and interactive experience designed to motivate kids, engage parents and make summer 2014 a summer of reading.”