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July 2, 2025

Moray; Summer Reading Challenge 2025, Story Garden - Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors Saturday 21st June - Saturday 30th August

The Summer Reading Challenge 2025 is entitled Story Garden – Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors. Running from Saturday 21st June – Saturday 30th August – available in all Moray Libraries. 

This year’s Challenge encourages children to explore the connection between storytelling and nature. Children will uncover magical creatures, vibrant plants, and enchanting landscapes brought to life by award-winning illustrator Dapo Adeola.

Story Garden aims to inspire curiosity, creativity and connection to the natural world — building reading confidence while promoting wellbeing. 

Registering is free and children will receive a collector leaflet to collect sticker rewards as they read books during the summer period – a medal and certificate on completion. 

There will be activities and puzzles in every Moray Library and events will be happening in various locations – these include crafts, LEGO, digital fun and even special visits from the Scottish Exotic Animal Rescue team – some events will require booking since spaces are limited – look at the event page here.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE