Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Read to the Beat
The countdown is on! The Summer Reading Challenge is nearly here - get ready to read, create, explore, and celebrate with Oldham Libraries. This year, children set their own reading goal over the summer and collect stickers as they go. Anyone who completes the challenge will receive a special medal and certificate to celebrate their achievement.
Children can sign up anytime from Saturday 11 July - just head to any library and ask about the Summer Reading Challenge. We've got a whole summer packed with fun events and activities to get involved in. The challenge ends on Saturday 5 September.
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Oldham Libraries Summer Reading Challenge 2026 |
Why participate in the Summer Reading Challenge?
- Significantly improves reading confidence and independence
- Ensures pupils are ready for their return to school, preventing the summer reading ‘dip’
- Encourages extra-curricular activity – encouraging family engagement with reading
Win book vouchers for your school (sponsored by Kajima)
The three schools with the most improved participation figures for the summer reading challenge will win £300 to spend on books.
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Summer Reading Challenge Presentation 2026 | [pdf 5MB] |
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Summer Reading Challenge Family Newsletter 2026 | [pdf 120KB] |
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Read to the Beat Events
Mini Challenge (Under 5s)
Perfect for little readers. Collect a sticker for every book read over the summer. Pick up your Mini Challenge pack from your local library.
Weekly Drop-In Craft Sessions
Tuesday 21 July – Friday 28 August Self-led, free, and open to all.
Mondays
Chadderton Library — 11:30am–1:30pm
Tuesdays
Failsworth Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Greenfield Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Wednesdays
Fitton Hill Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Oldham Library — 1pm–3pm
Royton Library — 2pm–3:30pm
Thursdays
Lees Library — 10:30am–12 noon
Northmoor Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Fridays
Limehurst Library — 10:30am–12 noon
Uppermill Library — 10:30am–12 noon
Special Events
This summer we have an exciting programme of Artist-led workshops, interactive shows, and more. More details coming soon!
St Margaret's Recommended Reading Books
Giving children access to all varieties of literature is extremely important for their success. Reading is a key life skill which is crucial to developing language skills and access to the wider curriculum. It provides children with the chance to respond and develop personal opinions encouraging deeper thoughts and their imagination. Our aim is to develop a love and passion for reading both at home and school. We have specially selected high quality reading books for each year group. Some of these books can be found in the classroom and some are available for loan at Oldham library.
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St Margaret's Recommended Reading Lists |
Storytime Online Age 3 to 11
Please select the document below. Scan the QR codes to access free books. Visit the Storytime Online website.
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Storytime Online 3-11 | [pdf 1MB] |
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