Summer reading with Beanstack
Getting started with Beanstack
What is Beanstack?
Beanstack is online software with tools to help you and your family discover books, track your reading, and reach reading goals.
Is there an app?
Yes! Search “beanstack tracker” in the App Store or the Google Play store.
What if I don’t have the ability to log my reading online?
Stop by the library or call the library 608-348-7441 to ask about being an off-line reader.
Signing Up
How do I get started?
- Website: Visit plattevillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org. Click on “Register an individual or family.” Follow the onscreen instructions to register just yourself, just your children, or your entire family.
- App: Search “beanstack tracker” in the App Store or the Google Play store to install the app. Once you’ve installed the app, search for “Platteville.” Follow the onscreen instructions to register just yourself, just your children, or your entire family.
What’s the first day I can sign up for the summer 2024 reading program?
Monday May 20, 2024
What’s the last day I can sign up for the summer 2024 reading program?
- Ages 0-18: Friday August 23, 2024
- Ages 19+: Monday September 2, 2024
However, we recommend not waiting until the last minute!
Who can sign up?
Anyone! We have library challenges for babies, children, teens, and adults.
Participating in the challenges
When can I start logging my reading and activities?
Monday May 20, 2024
What’s the last day I can log my reading and activities?
- Ages 0-18: Friday August 23, 2024
- Ages 19+: Monday September 2, 2024
How do I know when I’ve earned a badge?
The badge will turn from grey-scale to full color.
What do I need to do to complete my library challenge?
| Challenge | Ages | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Babies | Birth to 35 months | Earn 12 book and/or activity badges. |
| Preschool | 3-6 | Earn 12 book and/or activity badges. |
| Kids | 7-11 | Earn 12 book and/or activity badges. |
| Teens | 12-18 | Earn 12 book and/or activity badges. |
| Adults | 19+ | Choose your library adventure! Book Bingo: Read 5 books in a row that fit the reading prompts Badge Book: Earn 8 badges by reading, watching, or doing Bookworm: Read 3,000 pages from any books of your choice |
There’s a lot of activities to choose from! Is there a list?
Yes! Here’s list of all of the activity badge options for
- Ages birth-35 months
- Ages 3-6
- Ages 7-11
- Ages 12-18
- Adults 19+: Badge Book Adventure
- Adults 19+: Book Bingo Adventure
- Adults 19+: Bookworm Adventure
Completing the challenge
What happens after I complete my library challenge?
In addition to being a happier and more well-rounded individual, you’ll get a free book and a small prize! You’ll also be able to enter prize drawings by age level.
How do I pick up my free book?
- Ages 0-18: Attend the Pirate & Princess Party at the Library on Wednesday, August 28 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or stop by the Children’s Desk at the Library in September.
- Ages 19+:
Stop by the first floor desk by Monday, September 30 to pick out your book and prize.
Can I participate if the Platteville Public Library isn’t my home library?
You are welcome to participate in our library challenge. However, prizes must be picked up in person and are for those who use the Platteville Public Library as their primary library. There are thousands of libraries all over Wisconsin and the country using Beanstack: try searching the app for your local library!
What else is happening at the library?
Check out calendar events for more events for all ages.