Reading Challenges

Read it Your Way

Read It Your Way Reading Challenge

Welcome to 2026! The new year brings a new reading challenge that celebrates your reading freedom. No matter how you read—whether by turning pages, swiping a screen, or listening with your ears—this is your year to enjoy books on your own terms. Start reading today and earn badges all year long.

January 1 - December 31, 2026

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The library holds reading challenges throughout the year on Beanstack.

Set up a Beanstack account to log your reading minutes, share book reviews, connect with friends, and more.

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Current & Upcoming Challenges

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For the Love of Reading 2026

Fall in love with reading this February! Curl up with fantastic stories and log your reading adventures. We can heartly wait to see how many badges you earn!

February 1 - 28
 

 

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Growing Readers Prenatal Program

Start your reading routine before baby arrives and set your little one up for success!

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a simple way for families and children to build a love of reading together. Caregivers track each book they read with their child, from birth until they start kindergarten, and children earn prizes along the way to 1,000 books.


 

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Read Across America

Join our Read Across America challenge this month. Log your minutes as you explore new stories and adventures from coast to coast. Earn fun badges along the way and see how far your reading can take you!
March 1 - 31, 2026

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Spring into Reading

Put some spring in your step and dive into reading! Track your reading to earn cheerful badges throughout the month. Ready, set, and watch yourself blossom!

April 1 - 30, 2026

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Teacher Appreciation Month 2026

This month, we are expressing our gratitude to teachers for their incredible dedication! Show your appreciation by logging your reading and sharing your thanks with a teacher.
May 1 - 31, 2026