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Top 10 Just Right Summer Reading Nook Ideas

June 16, 2014 • 15 Comments

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I’m pleased to be participating in the Top 10 Summer Blog Hop this year.  Dozens of bloggers have teamed up this week to provide you with lots of ideas and tips for summer learning, literacy activities and fun.

Today I’m sharing my Top 10 Just Right Summer Nook Ideas.  Encouraging reading over the summer can be as simple as changing up where you and the kids read.  Here are some of my favorite places to read during the summer.

Just Right Summer Reading Nooks from growingbookbybook.com

10 Nook Ideas

1.  Garden Teepee

Teepee reading nook from growingbookbybook.com

A friend of our family made this super cool garden teepee out of bamboo and then planted vines and sunflowers to grow up around it.  A perfect summer getaway reading spot!

2.  Blanket in the Grass

Blanket in the grass reading nook from growingbookbybook.com

Nooks don’t have to be complicated.  A simple blanket on the grass is a perfect invitation for reading.  You might want to even hold a book gala picnic.

3.  Porch Swing

Porch swing reading nook from growingbookbybook.com

A swing on the porch makes a great bedtime reading location.

4.  Reading Fort

Reading fort book nook idea from growingbookbybook.com

Sometimes the weather is just too hot and you want to stay inside.  Grab some blankets, sheets, chairs and in our case a toddler bed and let your creative building juices flow.  Then, get a flashlight and a pile of books and READ!

5.  Outside Fort

Outside Fort Reading Nook from growingbookbybook.com

Forts are also great outdoor reading spots.

6.  The Pool

Reading by the pool great summer time reading from growingbookbybook.com

I know you are thinking I’m crazy suggesting books, kids and water in the same sentence!  But, there are ways to bring reading to the pool for little ones.  Vinyl books are especially made for the bathtub.   Also, laminate some favorite poems or songs and you can bring them into the pool!  We took some words written on foam sheets with us into the pool.

7.  The Car

Reading in the car during summer trips from growingbookbybook.com

Many of us take road trips during the summer.  As long as you don’t get car sick, reading on a trip is a great way to pass time.  If you do get car sick, try an audio book instead.

8.  Hammock

Hammocks make great reading nooks from growingbookbybook.com

This one is pure heaven to me.  Laying in a hammock and reading!  And, they are big enough for the whole family to climb into for a special story.

9.  The Library

reading at the library is a great summer time reading nook from growingbookbybook.com

Here is another great place to cool off during the summer.  It is also the place with the best selection of books.  Our local library even has a reading tent complete with a pretend campfire where you can read your favorite books.

10.  Your Bed

Reading in bed is the best reading nook idea from growingbookbybook.com

Squeezing in reading during the summer can sometimes be a challenge.  Here is a perfect spot to read at the end of the day.

If you need more Just Right Reading Spot inspiration, check out my Pinterest board dedicated to fun reading spots.
Follow Jodie Rodriguez @ Growing Book by Book’s board Just Right Reading Spots on Pinterest.

Do you have a favorite summer reading spot?  We’d love to hear you nook ideas.

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About Jodie Rodriguez

Jodie Rodriguez is a mom of two young boys and an early childhood/elementary educator with over 20 years of experience. Jodie's passion is helping parents, teachers, librarians and anyone else interested in nurturing and reaching ALL of our youngest growing readers.

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  1. Susan W says

    June 21, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    Awesome ideas! I like the porch swing 🙂 Thanks for sharing at the Thoughtful Spot Weekly Blog Hop!

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  2. Sara @ Let's Play Music says

    June 18, 2014 at 8:36 am

    So brilliant! I love the little tents – so sweet!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      June 18, 2014 at 1:38 pm

      Thanks Sara! We love how easy tents are. The are usually a weekly activity in our house.

      Reply
  3. Jessica @ Play Trains! says

    June 17, 2014 at 1:16 pm

    These look heavenly! We love taking books outside with us. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      June 18, 2014 at 1:40 pm

      Thanks Jessica!

      Reply
  4. Amanda @artsy_momma says

    June 16, 2014 at 12:42 pm

    Love the hammock idea and being able to possibly have the whole family on it for story time 🙂

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  5. Emma @ P is for Preschooler says

    June 16, 2014 at 11:46 am

    These are such cozy nooks – I love how even a blanket in the grass can serve as a special place to read!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      June 18, 2014 at 1:41 pm

      Thank you Emma. Blankets in the grass can be used for so many wonderful family bonding activities. We love to have a book picnic complete with snacks.

      Reply
  6. Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas says

    June 16, 2014 at 7:49 am

    So many comfy reading spots! My girls like setting up their play tent for a reading nook.

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  7. Becky Spence says

    June 16, 2014 at 5:33 am

    Love all these ideas, Jodie! I think you’ve given great ideas for spicing up our reading this summer. Thank you for participating in the Top 10 Blog Hop!

    Reply

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