June 16–August 16
Welcome to Summer Reading 2025!
Participate in the challenge from June 16–August 16 by reading, visiting the library, attending events, and completing side quests on your Level Up Bingo Card. Pick up a Summer Reading Magazine for tracking sheets, or log everything in ReadSquared to earn prizes. Check out books at any HPL location, or online using Hoopla, Libby, or the Palace apps. Remember – all reading counts! Be sure to track everything you read, from regular books to Webtoons, audiobooks and more.
Events & Programs
This year is about more than books! Level Up by completing special side quests and attending events. Visit the Teen Calendar or check out the Summer Reading Magazine for more information.
All Reading Counts
Choose your favorite format or try something new!
| Physical Books – Classic. Great choice. | Fanfic & Webtoons – Bingeworthy! |
| Magazines & Newspapers – You’re so retro! | E-Books – Tech savvy & portable! |
| Audio Books – Excellent for multi-tasking! | Other Stuff – The back of a cereal box? Totally counts. |
Hamden Area Schools’ Summer Reading Lists
Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Reading
Hamden Hall Country Day School
Hamden Public Schools – Summer Reading Suggestion Page
St. Rita School – Middle School Summer Reading Packet