LIBERTYVILLE – To emphasize the importance of learning throughout the summer, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is hosting a Summer Book Club to encourage students to read and continue their studies during the summer vacation.

“As an educator, I recognize how reading has the ability to inspire, educate and expand critical thinking skills,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “Reading over the summer helps students continue building on these skills. This program is a fun and free way to encourage the love of reading while earning a small reward.”

The Summer Book Club requires students to read eight books of their choice during the summer break, record the names of the books on a form, and return the form to Edly-Allen’s Grayslake office by Aug. 15. Every child who completes the Summer Book Club will receive one Culver’s Scoopie and a personally signed certificate from Senator Edly-Allen.

Edly-Allen encourages residents of the 31st District to participate in the program and visit their local library. Summer Book Club forms will soon be available at the following participating libraries:

• Cook Memorial Public Library
• Grayslake Area Public Library
• Lake Villa District Library
• Round Lake Area Public Library
• Zion-Benton Public Library

Summer Book Club forms are also available electronically at SenatorEdlyAllen.com or can be printed off here. People with questions can reach out to Edly-Allen’s office at 847-548-5631.