Laois Libraries ‘Summer stars’ reading programme launched
Pictured are Laois County Council Ccthaoirleach Padraig Fleming, Bernie Foran, Laois county librarian; Emma O'Riordan, Laois Library Service, childrens author Sarah Webb and teacher Ms. Rachel Fitzpatrick along with her pupils of 3rd Class Scoil Bhride NS Portlaoise Photo: Denis Byrne
LAOIS Libraries has officially launched this year’s Summer stars reading programme with special guest children’s author Sarah Webb in Portlaoise library.
Sarah joined cathaoirleach of Laois Co Council Pádraig Fleming, county librarian Bernie Foran and Laois library staff on a visit to Ms Fitzpatrick’s third-class pupils in Scoil Bhríde, Portlaoise, where she gave an inspiring talk all about the joy of reading. She encouraged everyone to dive into books and take part in the challenge this summer.
is a free national reading programme for children that runs in all public libraries over the summer months until 30 August. It’s designed to help children keep up their reading skills during the holidays while discovering the fun and freedom of choosing their own books.
Reading over the summer helps build confidence, sparks imagination and keeps young minds active and curious and makes it all exciting and rewarding.
Pop into your local library to sign up and get started. There are fun events, reading logs and even prizes to be won.
