Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 Summer at MCPL program!
Together, our community logged more than 1.1 million days of reading, handed out over 39,000 prize books to kids and teens, and awarded over 2,300 commemorative Blank Canvas glasses to adult readers who met their goals.
We are so grateful for the thousands of families, caregivers, and individuals who joined us in making reading and creativity a central part of summer. From daily reading challenges to imaginative art and engaging Library programs, your participation made this summer a true celebration of stories and creativity. Be sure to check back in the spring for details on the 2026 Summer at MCPL program. Happy reading!
Parent and Educator Resources
Find resources to help with teachers, parents, and educators.
Download a printable booklet of the online resources for kids (1.5MB).
Storytimes
MCPL branches offer storytimes for a variety of ages to help with the building blocks of early literacy.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Join this free program with the goal of reading your child 1000 books before kindergarten.
Expand Your Shelf
Not sure what to read next? Try our reading prompts to discover your next great read!
New Children's Books
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Diary of A Wimpy Kid
Diary of A Wimpy Kid
Dog Man
Dog Man
Wings of Fire: Legends
Wings of Fire: Legends
Have Yourself A Cheesy Little Christmas
Have Yourself A Cheesy Little Christmas
Tales From A Not-so-fabulous Life
Tales From A Not-so-fabulous Life
Dasher and the Polar Bear
Dasher and the Polar Bear
Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire
Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire
Bluey's Night Before Christmas
Bluey's Night Before Christmas
Holly Jolly Kitty-corn
Holly Jolly Kitty-corn
