This summer, invite your children to journey alongside some of the greatest heroes of our faith - the saints! Whether you're hitting the road or enjoying slow days at home, Kolbe Academy’s Summer Reading Program offers a meaningful and joy-filled way to deepen your child’s love for reading and grow in virtue at the same time.
From saints who explored new lands to those who served quietly in their homes and communities, each story reveals a different path to holiness, which makes them perfect companions for your child’s summer break.
Summer with the Saints Reading Guide
Our brand-new Summer with the Saints Reading Catalog includes handpicked, age-appropriate book suggestions featuring inspiring saint stories and Catholic classics. The guide is FREE to download and perfect for families looking to combine faith and literature in a beautiful, engaging way.
Download the free reading catalog now »
Take the Summer Reading Challenge
Ready to make reading a little more fun? Kids can track their progress in Kolbe’s Summer Reading Challenge! This offline challenge encourages children to read at their own pace, log their books, and earn prizes—while diving deeper into stories that inspire courage, kindness, and perseverance.
Join a Summer Book Club
Looking for a bit more structure? Our Summer Reading Book Clubs offer live, online discussions for students led by dedicated Kolbe teachers. It's a great way to build community and dive deeper into Catholic-themed stories and classics with peers.
Make Reading a Sacred Daily Habit
Want to help your children fall in love with reading (and the saints)? Here are a few ideas:
- Create a “Saint Storytime” Corner: Set aside a cozy place at home with icons or images of saints, perfect for daily reading.
- Choose a Saint to Read About Weekly: Let your child pick a different saint each week to learn about and imitate.
- Plan a Liturgical Picnic: Bring along saint books and snacks inspired by feast days!
- Reading by Candlelight (Flashlight): End the day with a quiet read-aloud of a saint’s life before bedtime.
- Host a Bonfire Read-Aloud: Share your favorite saint stories around the fire.
- Offer Reading as a Prayer: Invite children to dedicate their reading to a special intention or saint.
Let the Saints Inspire Your Summer
Whether your child is a reluctant reader or a budding bookworm, Kolbe Academy’s Summer with the Saints Summer Reading Program offers rich stories and exciting rewards to help them grow spiritually and academically. Reading about saints isn’t just educational—it’s transformational. PLUS, you can even win prizes!
However you choose to read this summer, let it be a journey of joy, wonder, and holiness. The saints are waiting to walk with you.
Learn more at kolbe.org/summer
