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Summer Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge

This summer, Kennedy Elementary invites all students to join our Kennedy Dragon Book Quest—an exciting reading adventure designed to keep minds growing all summer long! Students will be challenged to read books throughout the break and track their progress by logging each book in a simple Microsoft Form. Every book they read earns them credit as they journey through their quest. When students return to school, the top readers in each grade level will be celebrated as our ultimate Dragon Book Quest champions and will receive a special prize to recognize their dedication to seeking out the best books of the summer. We encourage all families to support their child’s reading journey as they read, explore, and let their imagination take flight!

“Greetings, young readers of Kennedy Elementary… it is I, your friendly reading dragon!

This summer, I am soaring far and wide on a mighty quest—to read as many books as my wings can carry! My treasure hoard is growing, not with gold, but with incredible stories.

But I must ask you… what are you reading?

Are you diving into daring adventures? Solving tricky mysteries? Laughing at silly tales? Every book you read adds power to your own treasure—and I want to hear all about it!

Do not keep your stories hidden away like secret gems. Share them, log them, and let your reading roar shine bright all summer long!

I’ll be watching, Kennedy readers… and I can’t wait to see whose reading hoard grows the biggest!”

Curious Dragon Questions

  • May 21! Only books logged on May 21 or after will be counted.

  • It is a surprise! Believe me it is worth it! 

  • Within the first month of school. We will recognize readers once we return from Summer Break and discuss the EPIC prize with you at that time.

  • It is up to you! Challenge yourself to read as much as you can! Reading makes you smarter!

  • Reading quantity will be based on grade level, difficulty of the book, and length of the book. A student reading tons of picture books as a 3rd grader will not be treated the same as a 4th grader reading chapter books. Students should use their knowledge of how to choose appropriate books.

  • YES! Magazines, newspaper, online reading, you just need to READ!

  • A family member can read to you!

  • Yes--that is fine. If you can read, make sure you are practicing with your parent!

  • NO! Read any book you choose!

  • Log them as you read! Use the QR code to get to the Microsoft Form and you will be able to put in your information.

    • Visit the public library.
    • Call the school! We will be able to help you.
    • Visit one of the “Little Free Libraries” around town.
    • Call a friend and exchange books.