Young readers enthusiastically took part in the “I Read Canadian” reading challenge over five weeks, exploring a wide variety of Canadian books and discovering new favourites. The program encouraged students to explore different genres and share recommendations with peers, sparking conversation and connection around the stories they enjoyed. Each book counted as a single entry, inviting thoughtful reflection and a sense of personal achievement.
With over 100 books completed each week, excitement for reading spread throughout the school. Book covers were added to a display wall week by week, visually capturing the growing progress of the challenge. By the end of the program, the school community had explored a total of 657 books, demonstrating curiosity, persistence and a genuine love of reading.
In April, one of the participants’ favourite authors will visit the school, giving students the opportunity to meet the creator behind the stories and share their reflections. The visit extends the momentum of the challenge and further strengthens students’ connection to Canadian literature.
