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​Illustration of children playing outside on a playground.​Visit the library for fun reading and learning activities for kids ages birth to 18. 

The program runs June 1–Aug. 31, 2025. 

How to parti​cipate  

Starting June 1​, head to your nearest Dakota County Library location and pick up your activity log. ​Comple​te activities and return your completed log​ by Aug. 31 for a free book. Available while supplies last.  

Summer Discovery mat​erials are available for the following age groups: 

  • Children age birth–11  
  • Teens age 12-18

​Need some reading suggestions?

  • Try Book Match for a personalized list of recommendations.
  • Sign up for NextReads email newsletters featuring suggested titles for kids' books, picture books, teen reads and middle school reads.
  • ​Explore our digital collection.

More library activities

  • Join a Teen Advisory Group.
  • Find free, family-friendly programs through Dakota County Library this summer.
  • Find resources for English language learners.

Spo​nsors

Thank you to our generous Summer Discovery sponsors:

  • Dakota County Library Foundation
  • Friends of the Heritage Library
  • Friends of the Inver Grove Heights Library
  • Friends of the Robert Trail Library
  • Friends of the Wescott Library
  • Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA)
  • Minnesota State Fair
  • Minnesota Twins
  • SEALIFE MN
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Last updated: 6/2/2025 9:02 AM

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