Phone: 1-800-252-9605
or 512-463-5458
Fax: 512-936-0685
Email TBP
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Monday - Friday
Address:
Talking Book Program
Texas State Library and
Archives Commission
PO Box 12927
Austin TX 78711-2927
Sign-up / Book Lists / Book Review Form / Activities / End of Summer Survey / FAQ's
Our ALL AGES summer reading program is back for its second year on June 5, 2023! This year’s theme is All Together Now and focuses on friendship, kindness, and unity. From June 5 to August 11 you’ll get themed book lists and matching activities by age group, and can win a prize at the end of summer by reviewing books.
This year the National Library Service is also providing several virtual events including a kickoff party and live author talks!
We can’t wait for you to join us this summer!
Sign up is now open! Sign up at https://forms.gle/jFirCc8ud3ZtJZ8p9.
Book Lists
PreK to 2nd grades
Middle grades (about 3rd - 7th grade)
Teen and Young Adults (about 8th grade and up)
Adults
Full Book List - All ages
Review Your Books
By writing a book review for us. Follow the guidelines posted on our website and in the emails you’ll receive this summer by signing up for the program. There is a limit of five reviews per person and are due August 11. A winner will be chosen on August 14 by random drawing. 1 review = 1 entry.
Activities
Random Acts of Kindness
Post Cards
Play a Game
Native Plants
Friendship Bracelets
Community Care Kits
Amish Friendship Bread
Pen Pal
Self Affirmation Jar
End of Summer Survey
FAQ's
Do I have to read from the book list?
No! You can read whatever you’d like.
Do I need to track my reading time or number of books?
Nope. You can do that if you like to, but not for us.
How do I win a prize?
By writing a book review for us. Follow the guidelines posted on our website and in the emails you’ll receive this summer by signing up for the program. There is a limit of five reviews per person and are due August 11. A winner will be chosen on August 14 by random drawing. 1 review = 1 entry.
You can use the form here: https://forms.gle/EePJG4HjAA3hg6ii6
What is the prize?
$50 Amazon Gift Card
Will you send me craft and activity supplies?
No. We will give you detailed instructions you can try out at home though.
Can I still participate in my local library’s summer reading program?
Of course! We encourage all the reading and all the fun you can get!
How do I get these books?
You can have us mail them or you can download them on BARD.
Can you help me with using Zoom?
Yes. Call us to get help at 1-800-252-9605.