Summer Reading Challenge
Our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 15th through July 31st
Stomp, chomp, and read your way through our Summer Reading Challenge! This year's theme is Unearth a Story/Desentierra una Historia. Whether you’re a mighty T. Rex of reading or just hatching your reading habit, this challenge is perfect for all ages! Track your progress and earn rewards along the way!
For Kids & Teens (Ages 0-17)
Keep kids engaged all break long with our Summer Reading Challenge. It’s a dino-mite way to keep young minds active all summer… and it’s all FREE! You could win exciting prizes like 4 tickets to Bluey's Big Play at the Smith Center, 4 tickets to Dinosaur Outpost, and more!
For Adults (Ages 18+)
The Summer Reading Challenge isn’t just for kids—adults can join the adventure too! You could win exciting prizes like 4 tickets to Ghostbusters in Concert at The Smith Center, 4 tickets to a Silver Knights Game, 4 tickets to The Twilight Zone Mini Golf, gift cards, and more!
How to Unearth Dino-Mite Prizes
Log your reading each day to earn badges and rewards. All prizes must be picked up in person. While supplies last.
Kids & Teens Guaranteed Prizes
Every 5 Days of Reading
- Virtual Raffle Ticket
- Sticker or Bead
- Chain
30 Days of Reading
- Virtual Raffle Ticket
- Bead
- Nothing Bundt Cake - Free Bundlet coupon
- Uptown Jungle - Free 60 minutes coupon
- Pizza Hut - Free personal pan pizza coupon
- Once Upon a Child - Free children's book coupon
- Brag Tag
- FREE Book
Maximum of 15 virtual raffle tickets, beads, and stickers can be earned.
Adult Guaranteed Prizes
Every 5 Days of Reading
- Virtual Raffle Ticket
Maximum of 10 tickets can be earned.
Kids & Teens Raffle Prizes
- 4 tickets to Bluey's Big Play at the Smith Center
- 4 tickets to Ghostbusters in Concert at the Smith Center
- 4 tickets to Dinosaur Outpost + Activity Kit
- Target Gift Card
Adult Raffle Prizes
- 4 Tickets to Ghostbusters in Concert
- 2 Tickets to Disney's Beauty and the Beast
- 4 Tickets to Silver Knights Game
- 4 tickets to The Twilight Zone Mini Golf
Sign Up With Beanstack
Track your summer reading, earn badges, and win cool prizes using Beanstack!
How to Sign Up on the Beanstack App
- Download the app for your Apple or Android devices
- Click "Let's Go"
- Choose "At my library, school, or bookstore"
- Click "Find a site"
- Search for "Henderson Libraries"
- Click "Don't have an account? Sign up!" at the bottom of the page
- Once you've signed up, make sure to register for the Summer Reading Challenge!
How to Sign Up Using the Beanstack Website
- Go to hendersonlibraries.beanstack.org
- Click on "Register an Individual or Family"
Important Info About Family Accounts
- It's best to register for an account first as a parent using your own info. Once you've signed up, you can easily add your children under your account and register them for programs based on their ages.
- Make sure to provide a valid method of contact. Your Beanstack account is not automatically linked to your library account.
Design a Bookmark Contest
Use your imagination and artistic vision to fill in the blank bookmark below according to the theme. Entries will be split into three age groups: Ages 5-7yrs, 8-11yrs, & 12-17yrs. We will pick one design from each age group to be made into bookmarks for the library! Each winner will receive a Target gift card & a 4-pack to Cowabunga Bay!
Sponsors
Many thanks to our Summer Reading Challenge prize sponsors for their generosity and support! (Prizes available while supplies last.)
