A long time ago, in a library far, far away, someone suggested the first "summer reading" program, and for a LONG time, that is exactly what most library summer programs consisted of - reading. Nothing more, nothing less. Different programs count pages or days or minutes, but reading has been at the heart of these programs for decades.
Recently, there has been a shift in how libraries approach summer. Summer programs are no longer just about reading. Some libraries offer meals, especially for those students who rely on school food options during the school year. Some libraries...