Summer 2021

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Did You Know?

Summer reading helps kids and teens avoid the "summer slide" (the period during summer break when there is a risk of falling behind in academic knowledge and literacy).
Summer reading is great for all ages, not just kids. Everyone can benefit from improving literacy skills.
When you participate in the Ames Public Library Summer Reading Challenge you can earn cool prizes!

Make your summer full of reading, cool prizes, and fun activities!

Upcoming Events

Summer Reading Summit (Breakout Rm)- State Library of Iowa

9:00am - 3:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Danfoss Room

Purpose of Meeting

Summer Reading Program summit for Iowa youth librarians to come together and talk all things Summer. This is the breakout room to be used off and on throughout the day. ...