Second Lady Usha Vance launched a summer reading program on June 1, encouraging students to spend time with books this summer.
The second lady’s program targets school-aged children, encouraging them to read 12 books over the course of the summer.
The program is open to students entering kindergarten through eighth grade who live in the United States.
“This year’s reading challenge is extra special as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding,” Vance said when announcing the program.
“My kids and I will be reading lots of stories about our country’s history at home, and I hope you’ll join us.”…