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Summer Reading Contest, Week 1: What Got Your Attention in The Times This Week?
To participate, submit your response here by June 12 at 9 a.m. Eastern. This week’s winners will be announced by June 24.
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What Teens Told Us About Reading Whatever They Wanted in The Times
We challenged teens to choose any three recent New York Times pieces they wanted, then tell us what they got from them. The results are a delight.
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What’s on Your Summer Bucket List?
Tell us about what you hope to do, accomplish or enjoy this summer, with inspiration from The New York Times.
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Our 17th Annual Summer Reading Contest
Students are invited to tell us what they’re reading in The Times and why, in writing OR via a 90-second video. Contest dates: June 5 to Aug. 14, 2026.
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