Hopefully, every child in grades 1 through 6 will read eight books this summer anyway. They might as well participate in Barnes & Nobles’ summer reading program and earn a free book!

1. Kids read any eight (8) books of their own choosing.

2. Kids use the Summer Reading Journal to tell us their favorite part of each book. A parent/guardian signs the journal when it’s complete. You can also get a Spanish-language Reading Journal.

3. Children bring their completed Reading Journal to a Barnes & Noble store between May 26th & September 7th, 2009.

4. We’ll give them a coupon for a FREE book! They choose from a list of exceptional paperback titles.

Borders also offers a (slightly lamer) summer reading program – read any 8 books and choose from several rewards costing $4.99, a savings of 50% or more.