Theme

One of the most important aspects to consider with the ‘Summer Reading Challenge’ theme is the large demographic which it needs to appeal to – the programme is designed for children aged between 5 and 12 years. Our chosen theme of ‘Superheroes’ appeals to children of all ages through its wide scope. Younger children can relate it to what they enjoy – programmes such as the ‘Powerpuff Girls’, whereas older kids can make associations to comics and their role models, such as ‘The Avengers’. Another feature of the ‘Superheroes’ idea is its ability to make everyone feel included – traditionally, many Superheroes started out as outcasts, or people who were a bit different. We also have the ability here to promote the idea that, ‘anyone can be a hero’! By designing a challenge where the children themselves are reading to ‘save’ the library and Mayor Wayne Guppy from Upper Hutt, we are allowing even the smallest child to become a Superhero and help people. This is also extremely helpful in promoting a sense of community from a young age.