Children in Wiltshire read more than 35,000 books this summer as part of a challenge set by county libraries.
This year was the 11th time Wiltshire Council took part in the national scheme, which encourages children to keep reading during the summer holidays.
More than 8,000 children got involved with the project, with more than half of them reading at least six books during the school break.
The challenge was devised to encourage children to improve their reading ability, and saw those successful rewarded with a medal and certificate. In all, 96 per cent of the children involved said taking part had improved their reading.
County children’s librarian Sarah Hillier said: “This has been a great year for the challenge. “Again we have lots of feedback to say how big a difference it can make to a child’s ability and love of reading, which is so important for a child’s future success and well being. “Well done to all the children taking part.”
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