Summer Reading Challenges are back! We’re using an app called Beanstack to track your reading (web interface works too). You can also get a paper log if you need one from either branch or the bookmobile (in case your access to the internet is less than reliable). Register through any of the links that say “sign up” like the one to the right. If you want to use the app, after you’ve downloaded it search for "Ashtabula County District Library" to register.
Gather the whole family and read together for the Caregiver & Me category. The family unit MUST include at least 1 adult (age 18+) and any number of household members including kids age 0 – Grade 12. Please note that the adult(s) are required to register and complete all entries for this program.
Your goal is to read together 20 minutes per day which you will track in the Beanstack app or website (paper logs also available). You'll be working through three tiers with a ultimate completion goal of 600 minutes read. The family will earn small prizes each time they complete a tier.
The group will also receive a virtual ticket each time they complete a reading tier. Virtual tickets are entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize: a Shuttle Art 46 Pack Kids Paint Set!
This category is for the youngest students entering grades K – 2 in Fall 2025.
Your goal is to read at least 15 minutes per day which you will track in the Beanstack app or website (paper logs also available). You'll be working through three goals: 100 minutes, 200 minutes, and finally 450 minutes read at the end. You will earn small prizes like books, snacks, and toys each time you complete a tier!
You will also receive a virtual ticket each time you complete a reading tier. Virtual tickets are entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize: a Skillmatics "My Storybook Art Kit!
This category is for the students entering grades 3 – 5 in Fall 2025.
Your goal is to read at least 20 minutes per day which you will track in the Beanstack app or website (paper logs also available). You'll be working through three goals: 100 minutes, 250 minutes, and finally 600 minutes read at the end. You will earn small prizes like books, snacks, and toys each time you complete a tier!
You will also receive a virtual ticket each time you complete a reading tier. Virtual tickets are entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize: a Plaster Painting Craft Kit Art Set!
This category is for the students entering grades 6 – 8 in Fall 2025.
Your goal is to read at least 30 minutes per day which you will track in the Beanstack app or website (paper logs also available). You'll be working through three goals: 150 minutes, 350 minutes, and finally 900 minutes read at the end. You will earn small prizes like books, snacks, and toys each time you complete a tier!
You will also receive a virtual ticket each time you complete a reading tier. Virtual tickets are entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize: a National Geographic Mega Arts and Crafts Kit for Kids!
This category is for the high schoolers entering grades 9 – 12 in Fall 2025.
Your goal is to read at least 30 minutes per day which you will track in the Beanstack app or website (paper logs also available). You'll be working through three goals: 150 minutes, 350 minutes, and finally 900 minutes read at the end. You will earn small prizes like books, snacks, and toys each time you complete a tier!
You will also receive a virtual ticket each time you complete a reading tier. Virtual tickets are entered into a drawing for the Grand Prize: an 81 piece Drawing Set Sketching Kit!
This challenge is for adults ages 18. Be sure to choose "Adult" when prompted for "Grade Level" selection at registration.
All you do is read and log the titles of each book you finish. Books over 500 pages count as 2 entries - enter that title twice!
E-books and audiobooks count, too!
The top two registered readers who log the most book titles will win a $50 gift voucher to Branch's Ceramic and Gift Shoppe!
