Learning doesn’t have to stop during the summer.
The Louisville Free Public Library has started its annual Summer Reading Program. This 10-week program encourages children and teens to read for fun while school is out.
“Programs like this are very important for kids,” said April Allen, a resident of Louisville. “It’s great to have different reading options available.”
The program runs from May 28 to August 2. It is free for all young people in the area, from newborns up to 12th grade students.
In addition, families in Louisville and southern Indiana can use the Culture Pass. This pass gives children and young adults aged 21 and under, along with their families, access to arts, culture, science, history, heritage, and nature activities.
The goal of the Culture Pass is to reduce screen time and keep children interested in learning. It allows free admission to more than 50 cultural and arts venues.
“Summer reading programs help keep kids active and engaged while they are out of school,” said Paul Burns, spokesperson for the Louisville Free Public Library. “They also help prevent summer learning loss.”
The program takes place in nearly 20 libraries around Louisville. Each year, more than 40,000 students join in.
“The main aim is to make reading a habit and to create a love for it,” Burns added.
Overall, the program’s purpose is to stop students from falling behind in their learning during the summer months.
