News & Updates
Summer Reading
We are excited to announce that the manual for the 2025 Summer Reading Program, themed Color Our World, are now available for your libraries! This year's theme celebrates arts and creativity, offering a wealth of engaging resources to inspire both children and families. We look forward to seeing how you bring this theme to life in your communities. Thank you for your dedication to fostering a love of reading and learning during the summer months!
ODL Youth Services works collaboratively with Collaborative Summer Library Program to bring high quality programs, materials, and professional development to Oklahoma libraries.
If you are an Oklahoma Youth Librarian and have questions about Summer Reading, please email Trisha.Hutcherson@libraries.ok.gov.
Upcoming Summer Reading Themes
- 2025: Color Our World – Art
- 2026: Unearth a Story – Dinosaurs
- 2027: Theme – Mystery/Detective/Suspense
Summer Library Presenters
If you are a performer/entertainer interested in presenting your program at public libraries in Oklahoma, learn more.
For Participating Libraries
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Requirements for all libraries using any Oklahoma Department of Libraries provided materials
Wording example
This activity was supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library Services and Technology Grant, and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
Read for Adventure
Read for Adventure, the statewide literacy program, is continuing through June 30, 2025. Thanks to the OKC Zoo and OG&E, all participating libraries receive a kit that includes: one copy of the Juniper's Butterfly Garden book, 100 OKC Zoo ticket vouchers, posters and bookmarks.
Children who check out Juniper's Butterfly Garden receive a voucher for four guests to visit the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden for FREE!
Reservations are not required for entry into the Zoo, and Read for Adventure vouchers can be redeemed at any Zoo ticket window.
Promote the literacy project on your social media! You can promote the opportunity on your social media channels. Use this Social Media Image.
More information, coloring pages and list of participating libraries: OKCZoo.org/READFORADVENTURE
NOTE: Vouchers expire June 30, 2025
Hunger Free Oklahoma partners to provide Oklahoma children free access to healthy meals. Organizations like libraries serve as “bridges” to resources and helpful services.
Visit Hunger Free Oklahoma for more information.
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Questions? Please email Trisha.Hutcherson@libraries.ok.gov.
If you are an Oklahoma librarian and work with patrons age 0 to 18, sign up for the ODL Youth Services updates. Email Trisha Hutcherson with your contact information.
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