Community Corner
Mandel Public Library Summer Reading Program Details Announced
Pre-registration begins on May 30.
May 16, 2021
by Emily and the Mandel Public Library Staff
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Bring on the sunshine, sea breeze, and BOOKS! Summer is almost here, and so is Summer Reading 2021! We are thrilled to launch our 2021 Summer Reading Program for all ages, and we're going to tell you all about it. Find out more about how the whole family can get involved below!
How and when to participate
Pre-registration for our all-ages Summer Reading Program begins on Sunday, May 30! You can sign up the entire family at mandelpubliclibrary.beanstack.com or by downloading the Beanstack mobile app. Each family member can sign up for their reading program to start logging their progress. There are four programs to choose from: Summer Reading for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers; Summer Reading for Grades K-5; Summer Reading for Grades 6-12; and Summer Reading for Adults. Then, log your reading from June 6 – July 31 in Beanstack to be eligible for all sorts of cool prizes and raffles!
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Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can earn a badge for the week by completing the weekly goal of reading books 5 times. Log your weekly reading into the Beanstack app to be eligible for books and raffle prizes. Stop by the library to pick up a free Summer Reading booklet with book recommendations, reading challenges, and more!
Grades K-5
Elementary school students get prize entries for logging minutes read from June 6 – July 31. Earn a badge for logging the weekly goal of reading 100 minutes. Log your weekly reading into the Beanstack app to be eligible for books and raffle prizes. Stop by the library to pick up a free Summer Reading booklet with book recommendations, reading challenges, and more!
Grades 6-12
Tweens and teens in grades 6-12 can earn free books by reading this summer from June 6 – July 31. Each week of reading earns you a book from a selection of popular young adult titles that is yours to keep! Log your weekly reading into the Beanstack app to be eligible for books and raffle prizes.
Adults
Adults can earn prizes and digital badges by reading this summer from June 6 – July 31. Log your books into the Beanstack app to be eligible to win cool library gear. Plus, the person who reads the most books will get a Kindle Fire, and those who reach eight badges will be entered into a grand prize raffle.
What to Read
Don’t know where to start? You are welcome to read whatever you wish during the program, but if you need a little inspiration, we’re here to help. Allow us to make some recommendations. For young readers, be sure to pick up a Summer Reading booklet in KidSpace for a list of recommended reads. If you can’t come into the library, we also have suggested reading lists in cloudLibrary for all ages! If you're looking for even more recommendations, look through our library blog, Notes from the Stacks for book lists!
Plus, we librarians love providing personal book recommendations! Try out our new service, Your Next Read. By filling out a quick form about you or your child's reading preferences, a librarian will email you a personal list of recommendations based on your needs!
Where to Read
Not only can you find countless books (actually, we counted, and it’s 149,049 books) at the library, you can also find countless books to read or listen to digitally on cloudLibrary or hoopla digital, all free with your library card. Download the apps and instantly get access to thousands of books and audiobooks for free on your phone, tablet, or computer from wherever you may be! Take a look at our digital library page to get started!
What Else is Happening?
Did you know that we have in-person and virtual programs like story times, free lunches for kids, art classes, and lectures all summer? Take a look at our online calendar for the full list of programs! Additionally, our YouTube channel is full of video programs you can enjoy at any time. From job search tips to yoga, to DIY crafting videos, we are working hard to bring your favorite programs into your homes.
Questions? Give us a call at 561-868-7701 or email us at mpl@wpbcitylibrary.org with questions and visit our social media for the latest updates and summer reading fun!
This press release was produced by the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach. The views expressed are the author's own.