Teen summer reading challenge

Reading challenges (can be completed in any order)

Read a banned book.

Read a book from the bottom shelf.

Read a book you have never heard of before.

Read a book from a local author (Vancouver area or BC or Canada).

Read a Teen Summer Writing Contest short story OR any short story or book.

Read a genre OR read about a subject you don't usually read.

Read a book that is related to something precious to you.

Leave a sticky note in a book with a positive message or a fun fact for someone else to find.

Find a small café or bookstore you’ve never tried before OR take a friend or family to a little-known spot.

Visit a little free library.

Visit a thrift store.

Go geocaching.

Listen to a song, artist, or a music genre you are not familiar with.

Research which gemstone matches your birthday and incorporate it in a craft or artwork.

Bedazzle something.

Teen verified book recommendations

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Teen verified book sticker

During summer reading challenge, you can also share your favourite books! Each book you recommend will receive a “teen verified sticker” and will be added to our “teen verified” booklist. Your review will be printed and added to the inside cover of the book, and you will be entered into the weekly prize draw for every review you submit. 

Submit a review!

Summer Reading Challenge booklists

The booklists below will help you meet some of this year's challenges. Enjoy!

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