2026 Summer Reading
This summer, Oklahoma libraries will invite readers of all ages to Unearth a Story! This dinosaur-themed adventure will bring prehistoric fun to life through books, activities, and exciting library programs.
Libraries across the state will offer hands-on activities, family events, interactive workshops, and reading challenges with fun prizes. Watch for all the adventures waiting at your library next summer—and get ready to dig into your next great story!
Local libraries use materials and program ideas developed by the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) to inspire thousands of Oklahoma children and families each year. The Oklahoma Department of Libraries’ Youth Services Department distributes these resources to libraries across the state, supporting their efforts to keep young minds active and learning all summer long.
Oklahoma’s statewide Summer Reading Program is sponsored by local libraries, community partners, the Oklahoma Department of Libraries, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Read for Adventure with Your Local Library and the OKC Zoo
The Read for Adventure program encourages children and families to discover the joy of reading while connecting with wildlife and nature through books.
Participants who check out and read at least one title from the selected reading list receive a voucher good for up to four free general admission tickets to the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden. The program promotes literacy, library engagement, and family learning experiences by pairing reading with a visit to one of Oklahoma’s most popular educational attractions.
The featured book list includes a variety of animal-, dinosaur-, and nature-themed titles for young readers, with books ranging from picture books and nonfiction to popular series. Vouchers are limited to one per family, available while supplies last, and expire June 30, 2027.
Book availability may vary by library. Please check with your participating local library to see which titles are currently available.
Questions? Please email statewideprograms@libraries.ok.gov.
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