Calling all young adventurers: Join the Wrekin Giant’s Summer Reading Challenge
This summer, children aged 4 to 11 are invited to climb into a world of myth, magic and imagination through the Wrekin Giant’s Summer Reading Challenge, an exciting new initiative from Telford & Wrekin Council’s Library Service.
Inspired by local folklore like the mighty Wrekin Giant, this free six-week challenge encourages children in the Borough to read at least six books over the summer holidays – completing a legendary quest whilst boosting literacy at the same time.
The challenge also supports Telford & Wrekin Council’s 10 by 10 initiative, which encourages every child to complete ten enriching experiences before the age of 10, of which includes ‘visit and use a library’.
Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education, Employment and Skills, said:
“Reading is the gateway to discovery for young people, so our Wrekin Giant six-week summer reading challenge aims to show children that reading can be fun, magical and rooted in their local heritage. We want to encourage children to visit their local libraries, explore what’s on offer and complete their six-week reading challenge.
“Visiting a library is also one of the ten important activities we believe all children in Telford and Wrekin should take part in before they reach the age of ten. So, whether your child is discovering the library for the first time, or already a regular visitor, this challenge helps families take part in 10 by 10 at the same time.”
Parents or children can pick up a free Wrekin Giant Reading Challenge wall-chart and tracker from Southwater Library, Hadley Learning Community Library or Madeley Community Library.
Children are then challenged to read at least six books during the six-week holidays and complete their achievements on the tracker. Completed trackers can then be taken back to the library, where an official Reading Scroll and a prize will be awarded.
All materials are free and suitable for children aged 4 to 11. The Wrekin Giant’s Summer Reading Challenge starts on Saturday 19 July and runs until Saturday 6 September 2025.