RIF’s 2009 Summer Reading Guide Let’s Get Reading! Summer’s here and we’ve pulled together a few ideas to get this sunny season started with a bang. There is no better time to pick up a new book (or two or three!) so go ahead and dive on in. Some summertime tips: Check out the library. Want an endless supply of free books? Sign up for a library card. Click here to locate your nearest branch. An activity a day... keeps the boredom away! Our downloadable calendars feature a fun reading-related activity each day. Help! Volunteering is a great way to reach out to those in need. Learn about different opportunities in your community, and even read about organizations started by kids. Activities Have a Book-nic. Spend an afternoon outside with your family and a good book.  Make a map.  Create a car trip boredom-buster. Books With a few weeks off from school, there’s no better time to try a new book series. That’s why we’ve created a mega booklist with lots of different choices for you to try. Thrillers and Mysteries  History and Fantasy  Humor and General Tips Relax the rules for summer  During the school year, children often have busy schedules and required reading. Summer is a time when they can relax and read what, when, and how they please.   Lead by example  Stuff a paperback in your beach bag. If kids see you reading often, they will understand that literature can be a fun and important part of their summer days.  View more tips... Links Check out bestselling author James Patterson’s awesome ReadKiddoRead. Bookwink’s podcasts and web videos are a great way to learn about books on lots of different topics. Visit Reading Rockets’ Summer Reading page for tips, articles, and more.