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We are a charity passionate about IT! Our resources are created to make teaching the computing curriculum as easy as possible and in a way that is completely free for you and your school. We always aim to make our resources as cross-curricular as possible, whilst also including careers advice and informative videos to help motivate and engage students understanding of this amazing industry. Please do leave us feedback as we endeavour to make our resources the best they can be to support teachers
Summer of Stories and Discovery: A Tech-Themed Reading Challenge for Kids Aged 7–11
Looking for a fun and educational way to keep children reading over the summer holidays? The Summer of Stories and Discovery reading challenge is designed for children aged 7 to 11 and encourages reading for pleasure through exciting, tech-themed books. It’s a great way to boost reading skills, spark curiosity, and help children explore the technology in their everyday lives.
Read Six Inspiring Tech Books + Complete Fun Summer Activities
Children are invited to read six carefully selected tech books that explore topics like artificial intelligence, communication, transportation, and online safety. After reading each book, they’ll share their thoughts and take part in creative activities that reinforce learning and imagination.
Activities Include:
Create your own short story
Tech-themed word searches
Scavenger hunt
Quiz
Colouring pages
Make your own bookmark
These activities are designed to be fun, screen-free, and perfect for summer learning at home or on holiday.
Earn a Certificate of Achievement
Once children complete the challenge, they’ll receive a personalised certificate to celebrate their success - perfect for displaying at home or sharing with classmates when school resumes.
This free summer reading challenge is brought to you by the charities Technology Books for Children and Archives of IT.
