The annual Tasmanian Premier’s Reading Challenge is returning for 2023, captivating thousands of kids across the state.
This year’s edition, starting on June 26, marks a significant expansion as it includes students from Years 7 to 10 for the very first time.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the challenge’s ability to create regular reading habits among children provides them with a lifelong advantage.
“It is very exciting that this year more students can take part than ever before,” he explained.
“This year, I am setting participants a personal challenge, so whether you are an avid reader or you are just starting out on your reading journey – I want you to read as much as you can during the 10 weeks”.
To kickstart the event, Premier Rockliff, along with Education, Children and Youth Minister Roger Jaensch, and Reading Champions Dr. Lucy Christopher, paid a visit to Kingston High School to discuss their personal reading challenges for this year.
“Reading is a skill for life, and I congratulate Kingston High School for getting on board with the reading challenge,” Rockliff said.
“The Challenge promotes the importance of reading and encourages families to be more involved with supporting reading at home. Supporting your child to read is one of the most powerful things you can do to foster a love of reading – developing skills that will set them up for life.”
There are prizes on offer, including book vouchers for submitting a book review.
The Premier encouraged students to visit their school or local libraries as part of the challenge.
“If you can’t get to a library, visit www.libraries.tas.gov.au to experience the many reading resources on offer – from books, e-books, comics and magazines and more,” he said.
