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❄️How to Join Our 2-Week Winter Break Reading Challenge

December 18, 20242 min read
How to Join Our 2-Week Winter Break Reading Challenge

Winter break is the perfect time to create cozy memories, inspire a love for reading, and have some family fun! That’s why I’m so excited to announce our Winter Wonder Read Challenge, running from December 22 – January 5. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or just someone who loves books, this challenge is for you!

Here’s everything you need to know to get started.


What Is the Winter Wonder Reading Challenge?

The Winter Wonder Read Challenge is a simple and fun way to keep kids (and adults!) engaged with reading during the holidays. The goal is to read 20 minutes a day for 2 weeks and track your progress along the way. By the end, you’ll have enjoyed great stories, built a positive reading habit, and had the chance to win exciting prizes!


How to Join the Challenge

  1. Sign Up:
    Register here to let us know who’s joining in the fun!

  2. Download the Tracker:
    Get your free, winter-themed reading tracker to log daily progress when you
    Register!

  3. Start Reading:
    Beginning December 22, commit to reading at least 20 minutes a day. Pick books you love, explore new genres, or dive into winter-themed stories!

  4. Share Your Progress:
    Snap photos of your reading time, tracker updates, or favorite books. Share them on social media using #WinterWonderRead #PagingMyReaders and post them in
    our community group Book Buddies Unite 📚😍✊.


Challenge Rules

📖 Read Daily: Commit to 20 minutes (or more) of reading every day.
📋 Track Your Reading: Use the downloadable tracker to log your minutes and books.
🎁 Complete at Least 10 Days: To qualify for prizes, participants must log reading for at least 10 out of the 14 days.


Fun Ways to Make Reading Extra Special

🎨 Decorate Your Tracker: Use stickers, markers, or glitter to make tracking even more exciting for kids.

🎉 Theme Your Reading:

  • Mystery Mondays: Dive into a suspenseful story.

  • Festive Fridays: Pick a holiday or winter-themed book.

  • Silly Saturdays: Choose a funny story to make everyone laugh!

☕ Create a Cozy Reading Space: Blankets, pillows, and a cup of cocoa make for the ultimate reading experience.

👨‍👩‍👧 Read Aloud as a Family: Take turns reading chapters or acting out stories together.


Prizes You Can Win!

Participants who complete the challenge will be entered to win:
🎁 A cozy throw blanket for snuggly reading sessions.
📚 A selection of fun bookmarks and reading accessories.
✨ Exclusive discounts and gift cards to stock up on even more books.

Plus, everyone who participates will receive a special thank-you reward!

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Get Started Today!

📋 Sign Up for the Challenge
📖 Download Your Tracker (you'll be directed to it after you submit your registration)
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Stock Up on Books for the Challenge


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