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Jr. Rabbit Readers

Building Lifelong Readers, the Jackrabbit Way

Do you have kids, grandchildren, nieces, or nephews who love to read — or could use a little extra encouragement? Sign them up for Jr. Rabbit Readers, our fun six-week summer reading challenge taking place June 7 - July 18, 2026!

Each child will receive a Jr. Rabbit Reader activity book and bookmark when they sign up, and children who complete the challenge will be rewarded with a Jackrabbit prize in the mail!


The registration period has closed.

If you signed up, be on the lookout in May for your child's Jr. Rabbit Reader activity book and bookmark in the mail.


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Summer Reading Challenge Goals

Grade LevelReading Recommendation
Pre-K through kindergarten360 minutes (60 minutes/week)
1st grade through 2nd grade420 minutes (70 minutes/week)
3rd grade through 4th grade480 minutes (80 minutes/week)
5th grade through 6th grade540 minutes (90 minutes/week)