More than 40 percent of survey respondents report thta summer meals are the third most popular summer initiative at those libraries that offer them. 

Nearly a quarter of public libraries partner with schools on programming, whether that means getting the word out about contests and events or formally collaborating to mitigate the summer slide.

Colby Sharp, one of the creators of the first Nerd Camp, offers his advice for hosting your own version of the popular education camps with a literacy twist.

Financial literacy, game night, and World Refugee Day programs are some family-oriented activities at libraries this summer. 

Assigned summer booklists can seriously hinder kids’ long-term interest in reading. Donalyn Miller makes the case for giving children agency to choose what they read.