This year the Family Library’s summer reading challenge will explore ‘Manx Mysteries’.
The challenge opens for registrations on Friday (July 19) and invites children to read and review up to six books and explore magical local folklore.
It includes stories about how the Manx cat lost its tail and a range of familiar creatures like the Moddey Dhoo, the Buggane, the Phynodderee, Ben Varrey, and the Little People at the Fairy Bridge.
Reading Challenge
The free literacy initiative, which is sponsored by PwC Isle of Man, helps children to diversify the books they read, and this year’s challenge encourages participants to get outdoors and visit a number of places of Viking and Celtic history on the island.
The unique sites include Monk’s Bridge, Injebreck, Groudle Railway, Saddlestone, Jurby shipwreck, the Candlestick in Castletown, and more.
Sue Jolly, Library Manager, explained: “Our young members look forward to the summer reading challenge each year and we thoroughly enjoy seeing it come to life through their participation.
“The challenge is open to members and non-members of the Family Library. We are all excited to be exploring the theme of Manx Mysteries this year and we encourage families to register soon and join us for a summer of adventure and fun!
Sue Jolly, Library Manager
“Thank you to PwC Isle of Man for their continued generous support of the initiative.”
To register and collect a participation pack, visit the Family Library at Nobles Hall, Westmoreland Road, Douglas, IM1 1RL from July 19.
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