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Fox News
3 days ago
- Health
- Fox News
Second lady's 2025 summer reading challenge targets declining literacy scores among students
America's second lady Usha Vance has announced the "Summer Reading Challenge," encouraging children across the country to open up a book this summer. "Adventure, imagination, and discovery await – right between the pages of a book," writes the second lady in a letter. "We are excited to invite all children (K-8) to participate in the Second Lady's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge," the letter continues. Children are encouraged to read 12 books of their choice between June 1 and Sept. 5 — and track their progress through a reading log issued by the White House. Nicole Reeves, communications director for the second lady, told Fox News Digital that Ms. Vance is very excited to announce this project in the hope of engaging young readers throughout the summer. "It is essential that we encourage our youth to continue learning outside of the classroom, and this challenge provides an excellent opportunity to do so," Reeves added. In the log of their progress, students must list the book titles and author, the date they finished reading the books, and a brief reflection about the favorite book they read. The National Center for Education Statistics found in a 2022 report that the average reading scores among 9-year-old students declined five points compared to 2020, marking the largest average score decline in reading since 1990. Approximately 40% of U.S. students cannot read at a basic level, according to the National Literacy Institute. It was also found that almost 70% of low-income fourth grade students cannot read at a basic level. The institute also found that "struggling readers" suffer both socially and emotionally. Reading promotes positive mental health outcomes, helping reduce stress and anxiety, according to the Baylor College of Medicine (BCM). Children who complete the Second Lady's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge will receive a personalized certificate and a small prize. They will also be entered in a drawing for a chance to visit Washington, D.C., with a chaperone.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Second lady's 2025 reading challenge targets declining reading scores among students
America's second lady Usha Vance has announced the "Summer Reading Challenge," encouraging children across the country to open up a book this summer. "Adventure, imagination, and discovery await – right between the pages of a book," writes the second lady in a letter. "We are excited to invite all children (K-8) to participate in the Second Lady's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge," the letter continues. Second Lady Usha Vance On Mother's Day And What She Strives For As A Mom Children are encouraged to read 12 books of their choice between June 1 and Sept. 5 — and track their progress through a reading log issued by the White House. Nicole Reeves, communications director for the second lady, told Fox News Digital that Ms. Vance is very excited to announce this project in the hope of engaging young readers throughout the summer. Read On The Fox News App "It is essential that we encourage our youth to continue learning outside of the classroom, and this challenge provides an excellent opportunity to do so," Reeves added. In the log of their progress, students must list the book titles and author, the date they finished reading the books, and a brief reflection about the favorite book they read. For more Lifestyle articles, visit The National Center for Education Statistics found in a 2022 report that the average reading scores among 9-year-old students declined five points compared to 2020, marking the largest average score decline in reading since 1990. Approximately 40% of U.S. students cannot read at a basic level, according to the National Literacy Institute. It was also found that almost 70% of low-income fourth grade students cannot read at a basic level. Click Here To Sign Up For Our Lifestyle Newsletter The institute also found that "struggling readers" suffer both socially and emotionally. Reading promotes positive mental health outcomes, helping reduce stress and anxiety, according to the Baylor College of Medicine (BCM). Children who complete the Second Lady's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge will receive a personalized certificate and a small prize. They will also be entered in a drawing for a chance to visit Washington, D.C., with a article source: Second lady's 2025 reading challenge targets declining reading scores among students
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Coming Soon: DML Summer Reading Challenge
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Dayton Metro Library 2025 Summer Reading Challenge is kicking off soon. This year's challenge, 'Color Our World,' begins in partnership with the Dayton Art Institute on Saturday, May 31. The youth challenge is open to anyone under the age of 18. Participants will earn free books after 15, 30, and 45 days of activity. Prizes will be available for pickup while supplies last, or through Saturday, Aug. 9, at any Dayton Metro Library branch. Kids have the option of either a physical progress tracker, available for pickup, or an online tracker available through BeanStack here. One lucky reader will have a chance to win the grand prize, a $2,500 CollegeAdvantage Savings Award. Parents/guardians will need to enter the sweepstakes on behalf of their child online by Aug. 9. Daughter of Malcolm X speaks at DML about father's legacy Adults looking to engage in the summer fun can enter the Adult Challenge. This challenge will be tracked using a BINGO Challenge Board. These boards can be found both in person and online through BeanStack. When readers finish their BINGO challenge board, they will be eligible to redeem a small prize at any library branch and can enter to win a Branch Raffle Basket. Winners will be notified by Wednesday, Aug. 13. The Dayton Art Institute will host a Library Card Day on Saturday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving cardholders free entry to the museum. Other Library Card Day activities include the following: Specialized museum scavenger hunts Draw Alive in the Lange Family Experiencenter Storytimes both on the Bookmobile and in the Rose Auditorium Pipe organist Matt Dierking will perform in the Rose Auditorium GALLERY: NATO Day 1 For those without a Library Card looking to enjoy the card day festivities, signups can be done for both a library card and summer challenges on location day of. To learn more, click here or call the Library's Ask Me Line at (937) 463-2665. For more information on the Dayton Art Institute hours and visitor guides, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
