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Summer Reading Challenge 2022

Generously sponsored by the Friends of Glen Ridge Public Library
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Go to Beanstack
Welcome to the 2022 Summer Reading Challenge – Begin a summer of reading adventures with Oceans of Possibilities!

There’s a challenge for every age. First day to track your reading: June 6, 2022.  Last day to track your reading: August 12, 2022.
Sign up at the library or via 
glenridgelibrary.beanstack.org
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Record your reading on a paper log (ages 2-4) or in Beanstack (ages 5 - adult) to earn prizes and to be entered into drawings.
​Grades K-3 may opt for a paper reading log (download) or pick one up at the Library.
Write reviews in Beanstack of your favorite reads (optional). Open to all Glen Ridge residents.
Don't Miss the Fun Activities and Events Happening for Kids all Summer Long! 

beanstack log in
How to Get Started for NEW Beanstack users
  • Use your full name. (Made up names or nicknames will be deleted.)
  • ​An email address is required.  Do NOT use your GR school email address as the schools have filters which block Beanstack emails.
  • Create a password.
  • Click on the challenge that represents the grade you will be entering in September.
  • Once registered, you will receive your first badge.
Now, begin logging your reading by clicking on the Log Reading button in the top left corner of the screen.  Remember, the first day to track your reading so that it counts toward this challenge, is June 6, 2022.

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How to Get Started for RETURNING Beanstack users:
  • Click on the Green button at the top right of the screen to sign in.
  • ​Update your account, entering your new grade level. (If you have done past Summer Reading Challenges, please do not make a new account.)
    • Forgot your password? Click on that text and you will get an email reminder.
    • Still having problems? Email syoung@glenridgelibrary.org.
  • Click on the challenge that represents the grade you will be entering in September.
Once you are registered for this year’s challenge, you will receive your first badge. Now you may begin logging your reading by clicking on the Log Reading ​button in the top left corner of the screen.  Remember, the first day to track your reading so that it counts toward this challenge, is June 6, 2022.
Email syoung@glenridgelibrary.org


Challenge for under 4 years old
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Pick up a reading log at the library or download/print one here. 

​For every book read, place an “X” or attach a sticker in the circles on the reading log.


Challenge for Grades K-3 ​

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We suggest reading 5 picture books or 150 pages per week. Important: 1 picture book = 30 pages, so no need to count pages.

Log your book titles and the number of pages read in Beanstack (and optionally on a paper reading log). 

​Each 150 pages read earns a new badge until you complete the total number of pages in the challenge, 750. Have you set a goal to read more than 750 pages? You may still log additional books. 

Read and log pages weekly in Beanstack to be entered in weekly drawings.
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Finished the challenge? You have earned a fidget popper! And, your name will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card! Visit the library to pick up your prize.

Watch How Your Prize Gets Printed in the
​Library's 3-D Printer! 
​Choose Your Prize!
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Challenge for Grade 4-5 ​

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We suggest reading 150 pages per week. Log your book titles and the number of pages read in Beanstack.
Each 150 pages read earns a new badge and virtual raffle tickets until you complete the total number of pages in the challenge, 750. Have you set a goal to read more than 750 pages? You may still log additional books. 
As you log your reading, earn virtual tickets! 
  • 150 pages = 1 ticket
  • 300 pages = 3 more tickets
  • 450 pages = 4 more tickets
  • 600 pages = 6 more tickets
  • 750 pages = 7 more tickets

As you earn virtual tickets, assign them to the gift cards you would like to have a chance to win in Beanstack. You have until midnight August 12  to assign your tickets.
Finished the challenge? You have earned a fidget popper or 3-D printed ocean animal device stand!  And, your name will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card!  Visit the library to pick up your prize.
Write 5 reviews in Beanstack of your favorite reads to be entered in a bonus raffle.


Challenge for Grades 6-12 (Teen) ​

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We suggest reading 250 pages per week. Log your book titles and the number of pages read in Beanstack.

Each 250 pages read earns a new badge and virtual raffle tickets until you complete the total number of pages in the challenge, 1250. You may still log additional books after you have completed the challenge. 

As you log your reading, earn virtual tickets! 
  • 250 pages = 2 tickets
  • 500 pages = 5 more tickets
  • 750 pages = 7 more tickets
  • 1000 pages = 10 more tickets
  • 1250 pages = 12 more tickets
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As you earn virtual tickets, assign them to the gift cards you would like to have a chance to win in Beanstack. The more tickets you place on the gift card, the greater your chance of winning that gift card. You have until midnight August 12 to assign your tickets.
Finished the challenge? You will have earned a 3-D printed ocean animal device stand!  And, your name will be entered for a chance to win a  $75 Amazon gift card!  Visit the library to pick up your prize.

Write 5 reviews in Beanstack of your favorite reads to be entered in a bonus raffle. This year we are introducing the Reach Raffle for readers who go above and beyond!


Challenge for Adults

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There are 2 ways that adults can participate in the summer reading challenge.

  • In Person: Sign up to participate at the adult circulation desk. Reading log sheets are available to keep track of the books you read (optional!). With every check-out, receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a gift basket.
  • Online: Sign up online at www.glenridgelibrary.beanstack.org. Log items you have checked out (at the library or through Libby). With each check-out you log, you will receive a “virtual” raffle ticket for a chance to win a gift basket.

A gift basket will be raffled off at the end of June, July and August!
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Questions? Ask an adult staff member for help.

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