Gallery with three gold frames containing text "Lakeland Public Libraries, Summer Reading 2026, June 1-July 24" with four colorful dinosaurs walking past the frames

Summer Reading Challenge 2026

June 1st - July 24th 2026

Dinosaur standing in a gallery looking backward at a framed print on the wall that includes text "Lakeland Public Libraries, Summer Reading 2026, June 1-July 24"

Roar into summer at the Lakeland Public Libraries! Our dinosaur-themed Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge invites children to explore the world of dinosaurs through exciting stories, hands-on activities, games, and special events. Adults and teens can explore our museum-themed Reading Challenge to travel through history from the very beginning of time! From tiny hatchlings to mighty t-rexes, readers of all ages can discover new adventures, earn rewards, and dig into a summer full of imagination and learning.

Check the links to see what amazing programs we’ve got planned:

Kids' Summer Reading Programs - Reading Roars!

Adult & Teen Summer Reading Challenge - Summer at the Museum

Due to limited space and the nature of the events, summer camps, daycares, and groups cannot be accommodated at any of our summer events.