Rochester, NY – Assemblymember Bronson wants students to have fun reading and to keep learning this summer at their public library. The New York State Assembly is partnering with the New York State Library and the 1,100 libraries and neighborhood branches to get more kids reading this summer. Children can have a summer of reading fun by participating in the Assembly’s 2015 Summer Reading Challenge and the State Library’s 2015 Summer Reading at New York Libraries.

“Summer vacation is just around the corner, and it's a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your favorite book! I'm pleased to partner again with the New York State Libraries for the 2015 Assembly Summer Reading Challenge,” Assemblymember Bronson said. “Our libraries provide an invaluable resource to everyone in our community and I hope that all children will be reading for fun throughout the summer months.”

Evidence shows that children who stop reading over the summer break often fall behind when they return to school in September. Assemblymember Bronson urges youngsters and parents to take advantage of the summer reading programs at their local public library. With resources and tools made available by the New York State Library, local public libraries bring exciting summer reading programs and activities to their communities. Children who participate benefit from the support, structure, and educational incentives that public library summer reading programs provide.

Watch for materials about the 2015 Assembly Summer Reading Challenge in schools and public libraries. Any child can participate in both programs and use the resources, programs, and books provided by the public library. At the end of the program, participants receive formal recognition for their reading achievement.

Contact your local public library to register and participate in the fun and educational activities available this summer as part of Summer Reading at New York Libraries. To find your local library, visit http://www.summerreadingnys.org. For an overview of Summer Reading at New York Libraries and additional information for educators, parents, and caregivers, go to http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/summer.