Denbighshire libraries are calling for children to take up a challenge inspired by Dennis the Menace and Gnasher.

The Summer Reading Challenge asks children between the ages of four and 11 to borrow and read any six library books over the summer.

The theme for the 2018 Summer Reading Challenge is Mischief Makers, inspired by the much-loved children's title Beano, which celebrates its 80th anniversary this year.

Councillor Richard Mainon, cabinet lead member for Developing Community Infrastructure, said: “The Summer Reading Challenge is great fun and helps children discover new books and authors for themselves.

"We’re looking forward to welcoming them to their local library again this year - last year over 3000 children took part”

To take part in Mischief Makers, all children need to do is sign up at their nearest library free of charge where they will be given a colourful collector’s map of Beanotown to keep a record of their Summer Reading Challenge journey.

Children will explore a map of Beanotown to find a hidden treasure chest full of pranks and become ultimate mischief makers.

As children read library books for the Summer Reading Challenge, they will receive special stickers, some with mysterious smells to help Dennis, Gnasher and friends solve clues and discover the treasure, having lots of fun and adventures along the way.

Mischief Makers runs throughout the summer until the end of September, is fully bilingual and supported by Welsh Government through the Welsh Books Council.