Summer reading stories

Summer reading at Ahipara School

Read how Ahipara School, a rural Northland school, increased summer reading by using a whole-school approach that included a photo competition, displays, and visits to the public library.

Sailing into summer reading at Manchester Street School

Manchester Street School ran a summer reading initiative for a targeted group of students, who received summer reading packs with self-selected books and information for parents.

Corinna School — a summer reading story

Corinna School, a decile 1 school, ran a summer reading initiative led by the principal and used evidence to target students who would benefit most.

Taking a 'book break' at Mahurangi College

Mahurangi College's summer reading initiative involved the whole school and families, and had particular success with branding the initiative.