May 2, 2008

It's "Readin' In the Wild West" at the Lake Villa District Library this Summer

The Lake Villa District Library invites area children to take part in another exciting Summer Reading Program beginning June 9. Every summer, the Youth Services Department registers close to 1,800 kids for its biggest reading incentive program. With this year’s theme of “Readin’ in the Wild West,” the library expects another record turnout of young “cowpokes” ready to reap rewards for reading. Click here to learn more!

May 2, 2008

Kids “Buddy Up” to Promote Reading at the Lake Villa District Library this Summer
 
Children interested in sharing their love of books this summer should look no farther than the Lake Villa District Library’s “Book Buddies” program. For more than 12 years, Book Buddies has provided a unique opportunity for connecting older and younger readers.

Through the program, students entering first, second or third grade are matched with students entering sixth, seventh or eighth grade. During the month of July, these “Book Buddies” will meet at the library to read and talk about books. The “Senior Buddy” acts as a mentor, promoting an interest in books and encouraging the “Junior Buddy” to practice their new reading skills.

“I’m excited that this summer we are tweaking the program based on input from previous participants,” said Youth Services Associate Sue DeYoung, who coordinates the Book Buddies program. “Buddies and their parents should find it more user-friendly.”
 
Registration for Book Buddies begins June 2. For more information, click here or call Sue DeYoung at 847-356-7711, ext. 243.