Young readers have the opportunity to develop and discover their reading preferences through fun and free reading challenges. Over the summer we run the Summer Reading Challenge, which is created by The Reading Agency and delivered by libraries. In the Winter we usually run the Bloodaxe Book Challenge in partnership with JORVIK, part of York Archaeology Trust.
Summer Reading Challenge 2026
This summer’s theme is Read to the Beat! and it will celebrate the joy and power of music to inspire us to move and connect – all through the magic of reading. The Challenge is being brought to life with illustrations by award-winning author and illustrator Harry Woodgate.
Children can sign up to the Challenge at their local library from Saturday 11th July!
Bloodaxe Book Challenge
The Bloodaxe Book Challenge will be hopefully be back in November 2026, watch this space for more information in the autumn.