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Usha Vance unveils 2nd annual summer reading challenge for schoolkids

Usha Vance unveils 2nd annual summer reading challenge for schoolkids

Summary

Usha Vance, the second lady of the United States, announced the second annual summer reading challenge for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. The challenge encourages kids to read 12 books of their choice over the summer, with prizes including a chance to visit the White House.

Key Facts

  • The summer reading challenge is in its second year.
  • It targets children in grades K-8 to help prevent summer learning loss.
  • Kids can read any books they like and log them online at whitehouse.gov/read.
  • Participants who complete the challenge receive a certificate.
  • There will be a raffle for a chance to visit the White House and enjoy Washington, D.C.
  • The program partners with schools, libraries, and other groups nationwide.
  • Usha Vance spoke about the challenge in an exclusive ABC News interview.
  • The goal is to encourage and improve childhood literacy during the summer break.
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