Reading Under the Sun: Your Guide to Outdoor Adventures
by Travis Corter, Brodart Copywriter
Take Your Summer Reading Program Outside
The only thing better than reading a book is reading a book while a soft breeze dances by. Here are a few ways to capitalize on warm summer weather with standout school and library supplies.
Outdoor Seating and Furniture, Built for Readers
Let the sunlight work its magic by creating outdoor reading spaces and special corners for eager readers. Engineered for year-round use, Tenjam Session Series Outdoor Furniture provides a fun way for visitors to soak up some sun while exercising their brains. Even better, this weatherproof furniture is 100% recyclable! Meanwhile, Rad Pads and lounge chairs let users read, relax, and learn in comfortable style.
Beginner-Friendly Outdoor Instruments Help Build Musical Skills
If you’re looking for a way to maximize some extra space on the library grounds, why not make some music? Percussion Play Outdoor Ensembles offer a beginner-friendly way for small groups to make something memorable. These instruments are designed to maintain harmony, so there’s no need to worry about playing a wrong note. Playing an instrument can also boost self-esteem and build new skills. Take 10% off when you shop our month-long sale.
Sensory Bins, Whiteboards, Puppets, & More—Bring Outdoor Reading Programs to Life Fun Supplies and Equipment Empower Students and Library Patrons
Offering sensory bins for young hands offers a fun, tactile way to engage little ones (this idea from The Literacy Nest). Accommodate short attention spans by hosting a literary park party with puppets, easels, individual whiteboards, markers, and other treasures. This gives kids something different to look at and engage with throughout the event, sparking curiosity and enhancing imaginations.
Arts & Crafts Supplies to Brighten Their Day
Pencils, posters, and paper help little ones boost vocabulary skills and explore their imaginations. They also provide colorful ways to spark conversation, teach a lesson, and keep children’s minds engaged. Additional supplies like personal dry-erase boards, markers, and crayons also support art activities that are sure to make creators smile.
Nature Holds the Key to Memorable Summer Moments
Nature is all around us. Take full advantage with an outdoor, hands-on STEAM workshop. A Thames & Kosmos kit,
Learning Resources microscope, or Educational Insights Beanbags can help you teach new skills in the fresh air.
Host a Scavenger Hunt with Can’t-Miss Items
You can also help curious youngsters explore the great outdoors with magnifying glasses and create a list of items for them to find. What nearby outdoor space is safest and most conducive to creative learning? Once you’ve identified one, look at it through fresh eyes. Maybe this is the perfect spot for a scavenger hunt using everyday items—you might offer bookmarks, reading bags, or other literary delights as prizes for the winner or participants.
Summertime is the perfect time to reinforce good reading and learning habits—and Brodart is happy to help. What summer programming plans are you excited to share with your patrons? Tag us on social media to let us know.