Summer Reading
STOP Summer Reading Slide!
Don't let the hard-earned reading skills your child has developed fade away during the summer! This phenomenon, known as the "summer slide," can be easily prevented with a little fun and encouragement. Inspire your child to read every day and dive into exciting summer reading activities!
Click the map button above.
- See the POW Book Mobile stops.
- See the Norcross and Lilburn Library locations.
Exciting News! The GCPS Book Mobile bus is coming to your neighborhood in June and July, bringing a treasure trove of library books right to your doorstep! Grab some fantastic reads from the Book Mobile and join in on the thrilling summer reading challenge! Let’s make this summer unforgettable—filled with stories and adventures!
- Tuesday, May 27 to Tuesday, July 15, 2025
- Meals will be provided at the first four Book Mobile stops only, for three weeks: June 9–27.
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Daily snacks will be available all summer, generously provided by Backpack Buddies of Metro Atlanta for both the Book Mobiles and Quest Van.
Online Books!
Need books to read over the summer? Click on the purple circle below for books you can read online from May 12th through August 25th.
Join the Excitement of the Gwinnett Public Library Summer Reading Challenge!
Ready to dive into a world of adventure? Click on the blue Beanstack heart below to log in to the Rockbridge Beanstack site and start your reading journey today! Happy reading!
- Students log into Beanstack using their student number and 4 digit birthday password (Example: The password for a student with a May 5th birthday would use 0505).
- Watch the video below for step by step instructions.
- Important - Link the Rockbridge student account to the student's public library account to register for Gwinnett Public Library Summer Reading Challenge.
Register for the Summer Reading Challenge!
Watch the video to learn how!
Checkout a book - Get a brag tag - Every week at the public library!
Free Pizza!
Use the BOOK IT!® Mobile App to set goals, track progress, and redeem rewards. During the summer months of June, July, and August, any child that meets their parent-set reading goals can earn a free Pizza Hut® single topping Personal Pan Pizza®* from participating locations. Click on the picture below for more information
