Free Summer Reading Charts
Summer is almost here! We can’t wait for a more relaxed schedule and for all the adventures we’ll have. During the summer, it’s so important for kids to keep reading! We’re planning to read at least 30 minutes a day. This will help my kids stay on track with learning.
Sometimes kids need a little bit of motivation to read in the summer. I’ve found that having a fun reading chart helps with this! Today I’m sharing two free summer reading charts. One is for younger kids and the other is for older kids.
The first one is a chart with 15 pictures. Once a child reads a picture book with you or by themselves, they can color in one picture. After all 15 books are colored in, they can earn a special outing or a small prize. Or you can simply just celebrate they finished the chart!
I’ve also included a sheet where you can list the names of the books you read to help you keep track. I recommend making a goal for the number of books you want to read and then see how many charts you can finish in one summer. If you really want a challenge, check out the 100 book summer challenge over on this post.
For older kids, I created a different chart for them to fill out. I designed it to be used with chapter books, but it could also be used with picture books. After the child completes a book, they will write the date, title, and author on the chart. Then they will rate the book by coloring in the stars. 5 stars means the book was AWESOME!
Just like the other chart, I recommend setting a goal for the number of books you want them to read and see how many charts they can finish!
Here are some ideas for rewards for finishing book charts:
- go on a special date together
- visit a fun place (ex: zoo, science center, park)
- purchase a new book
- sleepover at their grandparents’ house
- movie night (sometimes it’s fun to watch a movie of a book you finished)
- special treat
- cook or bake something
- small toys (bouncy balls, toy cars, play dough)
- new game
If you have more ideas, share in the comments!
To download the charts, simply click on the words below…
>>>Picture Books Summer Reading Chart
>>>Chapter Books Summer Reading Chart
Need book ideas? Check out this post with 100 picture books for summer!
Happy Reading!
Thank you very much! This is a fun way to validate reading efforts during the summer.
Thank you so much! My boys will love this!!