*This area is under construction as dates are verified.
2026: Unearth a Story (Artist: Kaylani Juanita)
2027: Mysteries Await at Your Library (Artist: TBD)
The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) website. Here you can find Summer Reading Resources, the CSLP shop and a place to download the manual. If you still need a manual please go to the form located to the right.
** Manual requests are only available to ND libraries.**
Any questions, concerns, or idea submissions can be sent to: Lexi Whitehorn, Literacy Specialist at awhitehorn@nd.gov
Grand Forks Public Library 2/10 at 9:00 A.M. CT
Bismarck Public Veterans Memorial Library 2/14 at 1 P.M. CT
Minot Public Library 2/20 at 9:30 A.M. CT
Williston Community Library 2/24 at 10 A.M. CT
Valley City Barnes County Public Library 2/28 at 1 P.M. CT
Welcome to the Summer Reading Program page!
This year's slogan is... Color Our World!
Art is around us...we only need to look for it! This year's theme builds on various types of art, including photography, drawing and painting, fiber art and wearables, 3D art and decor, writing and storytelling, and performing arts. No matter what your interests are, you are sure to find something at the library!
Be sure to visit the Trainings & Resources page to see webinar recordings and other resources; the Book Suggestions page for book recommendations by age group; and Beanstack for this year's summer challenge and more!
CSLP artwork and graphics are copyrighted for exclusive use by CSLP members and are used by permission. All public libraries in North Dakota are CSLP members. Please review and be aware of the CSLP Rules of Use.
If you are a North Dakota public librarian and would like to request access to the 2025 summer reading manual, please fill out this form.
Join the College SAVE Summer Reading Champions Campaign
Learn more about the 529 plan here: https://smartwithmymoney.nd.gov/courses/understanding-the-basics-of-a-529-plan
North Dakota participates in the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP). CSLP is a nonprofit, charitable organization that supports literacy, education and science through summer reading events in public libraries across the United States. CSLP works to develop interest in reading and library use. This includes development and implementation of summer reading programs used nationwide, public service announcements, and other activities which promote reading and library use. Every year, CSLP publishes a themed summer reading manual, which contains valuable information for planning, promoting, and hosting a successful summer reading program.
The College Save Program
This program offers students opportunities to build their college savings simply by taking part in summer reading! Join the Bank of North Dakota and NDSL on April 1st at 10 A.M. CT to dig deeper into how the College Save program works and how to advertise it to your patrons.
Register here: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/9a2f12e4-2579-4f51-a61f-7ffcd7fd73b5@2dea0464-da51-4a88-bae2-b3db94bc0c54/registration.
2025 Summer Reading Virtual Training
Were you unable to make it to an in-person Summer Reading Training? No fear! NDSL is offering a virtual training on April 8th at 11 a.m. CT. We will go over components of CSLP's 2025 Color Our World manual, ideas for using this theme, the Bank of North Dakota's College Savings program, and Beanstack. Hope to see you there!
Register here: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/7b2494df-025d-4193-8859-9abde662f9c7@2dea0464-da51-4a88-bae2-b3db94bc0c54.
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.