New Taipei City Library Launches Summer Reading Program 'Read Out Good Relationships'

The New Taipei City Library is set to host its annual summer reading program, themed 'Read Out Good Relationships,' designed to foster stronger bonds between parents and children during the summer break. The initiative will run from July 1 to August 30, with registration opening on June 22.

This year's program centers on the theme of 'love and relationships,' offering a wide array of over 150 activities. These events are structured around three core aspects: relationships with oneself, with family, and with friends. Through various reading activities, lectures, workshops, storytelling sessions, and film screenings, the library aims to guide children in recognizing their emotions, learning effective communication, and developing empathy.

The library emphasizes that these activities are designed to help children explore the power of love and care through books and interactive experiences. The goal is to encourage children to understand their feelings, express themselves constructively, and build a deeper connection with those around them.

All program activities are free to attend, with registration commencing on June 22. Additionally, the library will continue its 'Happy Meal Ticket' service throughout the summer, offering subsidized meals for children from low-income, low-middle-income, high-risk, and disabled families. Priority registration for specific sessions, particularly those focused on accompanying reading, will be available from June 29 for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring that the benefits of reading and care extend to all.