Reading Crown in Genthin: Who will be the new Reading King or Queen?
The final of the Lesekrone will take place in Genthin on August 15, 2025, supported by schools and the Friedrich-Bödecker-Kreis.

Reading Crown in Genthin: Who will be the new Reading King or Queen?
The anticipation for the grand finale of the Lesekrone in Genthin is increasing! On August 15, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. it will be all about reading when talented children compete in two exciting rounds. This competition, which is carried out in close cooperation with the Friedrich-Bödecker-Kreis Sachsen-Anhalt e.V., is tough. The participants first have to read from a book of their own choosing, followed by an unknown text, which is mentally and, above all, creatively challenging. Who will ultimately win the title of Reading King or Queen 2025?
New this year is the participation of last year's queen Allison Scheffler as a young juror. The positive response to her role emphasizes the importance of promoting reading, which is also emphasized by Yvonne Hillmann, head of the city and district library. She makes it clear: “It is our goal to give children a playful, motivating access to the world of books.” Thanks also go to the many primary schools who actively supported the event.
Focus on promoting reading
This colorful competition not only focuses on reading aloud, but also on developing children's love of reading. It can be observed that books for children not only impart knowledge, but also stimulate imagination and promote creativity.
In an increasingly digitalized world, where the possibilities with artificial intelligence (AI) are increasing rapidly, educational technology is also being revolutionized. More and more are coming to educational platforms AI tools used to enable personalized learning. These tools offer, among other things, support with writing, research and understanding complex content. Teachers and students alike benefit from these innovative methods, which not only make learning more efficient but also more exciting.
The probiotic water market
Aside from the reading crown, another exciting topic emerges: the market for probiotic water. Loud Market research reports This market is expected to reach a value of nearly $27.39 billion by 2030! Probiotic water, often called water kefir, not only offers preferential health benefits such as improved digestion, but is also very popular among many as it is consumed as a refreshing drink. The increasing demand for such products is also due to the fact that more and more people are becoming aware of the benefits of probiotic drinks.
Health awareness and the search for natural, beneficial products are constantly driving this trend forward. It's no surprise that manufacturers are always coming up with new flavors and packaging to delight buyers. What could be better than holding a cool bottle of probiotic water in your hand while discovering the latest adventures in books?
Overall, exciting reading is expected in Genthin, stimulating cultural activities and the love of reading of many children, while at the same time a look at innovative products such as probiotic water and AI support in education enriches the discussions. So let's be excited to see who will take home the reading crown in 2025!