Summer Reading Program 2025: Level Up at Your Library

Saturday, May 31st through Saturday, August 2nd

Play is one of the ways we learn to relate to others, to think in new ways, and to foster friendships, new and old. Level Up at Your Library is an all ages summer reading program based around puzzles and games.

Whether you’re playing with STEM concepts or gamifying your reading logs, learning to play chess or how to code video games, iREAD 2025: Level Up at Your Library reminds us that libraries are not just a space for knowledge, they are a space for fun!

The challenge begins on Saturday, May 31st. You do not need to come to the Library to enroll. Simply signup online [here] or download the Beanstack mobile app and accept the Tolono Public Library’s reading challenge.

How the Program Works

This summer we are tracking reading and rewards through Beanstack – an interactive mobile app and website that incentivizes building a habit of reading. Beanstack makes it easy to track your time spent reading and keep track of prizes you earned for each family member!

It is new to the Tolono Public Library this year but if you already have a Beanstack account, there is no need to sign up again. Just log into your Beanstack account and select a new challenge for your age group.

Find the Beanstack Tracker app in the App Store or Google Play. Or you can use the QR code below.

For patrons who prefer paper, you can download a PDF and print out a reading log at home. Kids and teens can still earn prizes for the minutes they spend reading! However, only Beanstack users are eligible to be in the grand prize drawings at the end of the Summer Reading Program.

Children (0 to 11)

1. For every 100 minutes that a participant reads, they will receive a digital badge. Some badges are attached to prizes they can redeem at the Library.
2. As participants advance in the challenge, staff can see their progress and mark off when they have redeemed a prize.
3. Anyone using a paper tracker MUST have parents and/or caregivers initial by their completed number of minutes in order to receive their prizes.
4. Children can receive up to four prizes, however, they can continue to read after they’ve collected all of their prizes.
5. Attending a Library event from the June or July calendar can earn an extra digital badge that helps complete the Summer Reading Challenge. A code will be shared at these Library events to redeem the badge on the Beanstack account.

Teens (12 to 18)

1. For every 100 minutes that a participant reads, they will receive a digital badge. Some badges are attached to prizes they can redeem at the Library
2. As participants advance in challenge, staff can see their progress and mark off when they have redeemed a prize.
3. Anyone using a paper tracker MUST have parents and/or caregivers initial by their completed number of minutes in order to receive their prizes.
4. Teens can receive up to two prizes, however, they can continue to read after they’ve completed the Summer Reading Challenge.
5. Using their library card with the Video Gaming Lounge or coming to a Trivia program can earn an extra digital badge that helps complete the Summer Reading Challenge. A code will be shared on these occasions to redeem the badge on the Beanstack account.

Adults (19+)

1. For every 100 minutes that a participant reads, they will receive a digital badge. The more a participant interacts with the app, the greater their chances of winning the grand prize drawing.
2. Adults only receive a signup gift for enrolling in the Summer Reading Challenge, but they can continue to read after they’ve completed 1,000 minutes.
3. Using their library card with the Video Gaming Lounge or coming to a Trivia program can earn an extra digital badge that helps complete the Summer Reading Challenge. A code will be shared on these occasions to redeem the badge on the Beanstack account. Using the Community Puzzle Table or the Swap Cart earns another activity badge, no code required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there certain types of books that we’re required to read?

Absolutely not! Books, graphic novels, eBooks, Playaways, Wonderbooks, and audiobooks all count towards the Summer Reading Program.

Can I read more than the number of minutes shown on the challenge?

Yes! Please read as much as you would like. However, prizes and raffle tickets for children and teens will only be given up to 1,000 minutes.

Can I redeem my prizes past August 2nd?

Unfortunately, all rewards must be claimed on or before the 2nd.

My child cannot read by themselves, can they still participate?

Yes! All children are encouraged to participate. If your child cannot read, read to them instead!

Do we have to wait until the end of the program to redeem our prizes?

No. We encourage you to collect your prizes as you earn them. Listed prizes are subject to change with supply and demand.

Can the prizes be delivered?

No. All prizes must be picked up in person at the Tolono Public Library.

Can the Library help me log minutes on the Beanstack app?

Yes, our staff can log activities and minutes on your behalf. We encourage you to try on your own first, but we can always help you if you get stuck. If you are logged in on your Beanstack account on desktop, there is an FAQ section in the bottom left for your convenience; on mobile, there is a Help tab if you tap the gear icon at the top right.

What if I don’t want to use the internet or an app to track my reading?

Patrons who do not want to create a Beanstack account have the option of using a paper log to track their reading. The PDF for each age group’s reading challenges will be listed below for downloading and printing at home. Offline readers can still claim reading prizes, but they will not be earning badges nor be eligible for the grand prize drawing.

PDF Trackers

Kids Reading Challenge [Download]

Teens Reading Challenge [Download]

Phone Wallpapers

Download any of these wallpapers/lockscreens for your phone! Keep the fun of the Summer Reading Challenge fresh in your mind with these whimsical designs by our clerk and local artist, Megan Rice.

If you have any questions regarding the Summer Reading Program, please email librarian@tolonolibrary.org or call the Library at (217) 485-5558.