The Book It program, which began in 1984, is making a comeback this summer, offering children in Pre-K through 6th grade a chance to earn free personal pan pizzas from Pizza Hut for reaching their reading goals. This initiative is particularly aimed at combating the 'Summer Slide,' a phenomenon where students lose significant academic progress during the summer months. Research indicates that students in grades 3 through 5 can lose about 20% of their reading gains and 27% of their math gains during this period. To participate, parents must enroll their children and help set monthly reading goals. Children who meet these goals can redeem their rewards in June, July, and August by presenting a digital Reading Award Certificate.