Get ready to uncover clues, follow the trail and solve your best summer yet with Kenton County Public Library’s Summer Reading Detectives.
This year, KCPL invites readers of all ages to step into the role of a detective. Every book holds a clue. Every chapter brings you closer to cracking the case. From mysterious adventures to surprising discoveries, your reading journey becomes part of the investigation.
Pick up your reading log, track your progress and start building your case. Earn rewards as you read, complete challenges and take part in themed programs that bring the mystery to life. The more you read, the closer you get to closing the case.
Whether you are just starting out or already a seasoned reader, there is a place for you in this investigation. Read what you love, try something new and enjoy the thrill of discovery all summer long.
The clues are out there. The case is yours to solve.
Books Open, Case Closed.
Mini Kickoff
Mini Summer Reading Celebration Kickoff: Ludlow
New This Year:
Mini Kickoffs!
Mini Kickoff
Mini Summer Reading Celebration Kickoff:Middleton-Mills Park
Kick off Summer Reading with an afternoon of carnival-style fun with a mystery twist!
Covington Undercover
Saturday, May 30
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Covington Branch
Come use your detective skills to uncover the fun activities we have planned here in Covington to celebrate the start of Summer Reading!
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Logs Available June 1, 2026
Create a habit of reading this summer at your library!
Track your daily reading using Beanstack, the reading tracker app, or a printed log.
- 5 Days of Reading: SRC Sticker
- 15 Days of Reading: Book
- 30 Days of Reading: T-Shirt OR Canvas Bag (Ages 3-12) AND Raffle Ticket for Grand Prize
- Every 5 days after: Raffle ticket for grand prize basket
- 5 Days: SRC Sticker
- 15 Days: SRC Themed Stationary
- 30 Days: T-Shirt OR Canvas Bag OR Water Bottle AND Raffle Ticket for Grand Prizes
- Every 5 days after: Raffle Ticket for Grand Prizes
- 5 Days: SRC Sticker
- 15 Days: Book from Friends Cart AND Coupons
- 30 Days: Canvas Bag OR Water Bottle AND Raffle Ticket for Grand Prizes
- Every 5 Days After: Keep reading to earn a grand prize raffle ticket for every 5 additional days read. Grand prizes may include: Zoo Membership, Half-Priced Books Gift Card, Visa Gift Card
SRC FAQs
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The Library's Summer Reading Celebration is June 1 - July 31.
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A website and app that readers can use to log their reading for SRC (Summer Reading Challenge) and other various challenges. Learn more here.
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Since 1931, the library has offered a summer reading club to encourage children to read throughout the summer months. Keeping children engaged and reading while not in school also helps prevent the summer slide. In recent years, teens and adults have been added to the celebration. Art classes, storytimes, concerts and family fun activities allow library staff to bring books to life by engaging readers of all ages. Prizes and incentives are awarded to those who reach their reading goals. For more information visit, kentonlibrary.org/src.Â
https://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/raise-a-reader-blog/summer-slide.htmlÂ
Summer Books for Kids and Teens
