THE Big Friendly Read Summer Reading Challenge 2016 has officially launched across West Sussex libraries, celebrating 100 years of one of the world’s greatest storytellers, Roald Dahl.

Free and flexible for all families, the challenge calls on children to read six books by Saturday, September 17.

Every young reader who signs up will receive rewards for each book they tell library staff about – and those who read all six books will get a Big Friendly Read medal and certificate. There are special limited edition cards featuring some of Dahl’s most popular characters, created in new illustrations by Sir Quentin Blake, up for grabs.

Last year more than 13,000 children took part over the school holidays – the scheme is running in Hampshire and Surrey libraries too.

Children can join at any point in the summer. For more information visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/libraries