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America's second lady Usha Vance has announced the "Summer Reading Challenge," encouraging children across the country to open up a book this summer.
"Adventure, imagination, and discovery await – right between the pages of a book," writes the second lady in a letter.
"We are excited to invite all children (K-8) to participate in the Second Lady's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge ," the letter continues.
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Children are encouraged to read 12 books of their choice between June 1 and Sept. 5 — and track their progress through a reading log issued by the White House.
Nicole Reeves, communications director for the second lady, told Fox News Digital that Mrs. Vance is very excited to announce this pro