Dive into a world of creativity, imagination, and discovery with our Color Our World Summer Reading program! Earn prizes, explore new stories, and let your imagination run wild with art-themed activities and colorful book challenges. This summer is all about brightening your world - one page at a time.
Patrons of all ages will enjoy reading or listening to books (any kind you want!) all summer long through one of our three reading programs, all while winning some fabulous prizes! There's something for EVERYONE to enjoy at NMPL's Summer Reading Program!
Patrons of all ages will enjoy reading or listening to books (any kind you want!) all summer long through one of our three reading programs, all while winning some fabulous prizes! There's something for EVERYONE to enjoy at NMPL's Summer Reading Program!
How To Sign Up
Once the reading program begins in the summer, participants can sign up via the FREE Beanstack app. Be sure you've got the Beanstack app downloaded on your phone beforehand, so you'll be ready to go!
- If You Are Signing Up On Your Smart Device: Download the Beanstack Tracker app from your app store. Simply search for North Manchester Public Library then follow the sign in steps to begin! You can sign up yourself or your family members. Once Summer Reading starts, the NMPL Summer Reading program will appear on your app home page.
- If You Are Signing Up On Your Desktop: On May 29th, visit the NMPL Beanstack Website and simply follow the sign in steps to begin! You can sign up yourself or your family members. Once Summer Reading starts, the NMPL Summer Reading program will appear on your app home page
Teen Summer Reading FAQ
Q. What ages are able to participate?
A. Ages 12 – 18 are able to participate in the Teen program.
Q. Can I read books that aren’t in the library? Can I participate without a library card?
A. Absolutely!
Q. Can I count hours I spend reading to my siblings?
A. Yes!
Q. What do the badges do?
A. Badges are virtual rewards that readers earn in Beanstack - it's just a fun way to keep motivated on your reading journey!
Q. Can I go through Summer Reading multiple times?
A. Yes! On Beanstack readers will continue to earn badges and grand prize tickets for each hour read. The more reading you read... the more tickets you earn!
Q. We want to use Beanstack but we don't have smart devices or laptops. What do we do?
A. No problem! Stop by one of the Beanstack stations at the check out desks and use the library tech to create an account, log your minutes, or apply your grand prize tickets!
Q. What’s the last day for getting prizes?
A. The final day of Summer Reading (July 24th) is the last day to collect prizes.
A. Ages 12 – 18 are able to participate in the Teen program.
Q. Can I read books that aren’t in the library? Can I participate without a library card?
A. Absolutely!
Q. Can I count hours I spend reading to my siblings?
A. Yes!
Q. What do the badges do?
A. Badges are virtual rewards that readers earn in Beanstack - it's just a fun way to keep motivated on your reading journey!
Q. Can I go through Summer Reading multiple times?
A. Yes! On Beanstack readers will continue to earn badges and grand prize tickets for each hour read. The more reading you read... the more tickets you earn!
Q. We want to use Beanstack but we don't have smart devices or laptops. What do we do?
A. No problem! Stop by one of the Beanstack stations at the check out desks and use the library tech to create an account, log your minutes, or apply your grand prize tickets!
Q. What’s the last day for getting prizes?
A. The final day of Summer Reading (July 24th) is the last day to collect prizes.
SECTION PRIZES
As readers complete each section of the reading program, they'll be rewarded with some truly fantastic prizes!
Section 1 - 10% Off NMPL Merch |
Section 2 - Color Our World Lunch Cooler |
Section 3 - $20 Gift Card to Area Businesses |
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10% off any single piece of merch from the NMPL store - order online or at the front desk!
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Keep your lunch insulated while showing of your library love - win win!
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Mr. Daves, Rio Nail Salon, Keela's Coffee, Manchester Marketplace, or Neighborhood Fresh!
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GRAND PRIZE PACKAGES
As you read, you'll earn tickets to put towards winning one of our AMAZING Grand Prize packages!
THE HOBBY-IST BUNDLEDiamond Painting Coasters Kit & The Woobles - Learn to Crochet Kit (Sushi)
COLOR YOUR WORLD BUNDLESimple Art Bold-Easy Coloring Book, 365 Days of Drawing by Lorna Scobie, Pandafly Art Supplies Miro-Line Pens, Farber-Castell Sketching Pencils, Soucolor 72 Colored Pencils Set, & Duo Tip 32 Color Markers Set
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MINIATURE CREATOR BUNDLEPlastic Golden Wheat Bakery Kit & Wooden The Muse Bookshop Kit
WOOD BURNING DESIGN STUDIO KIT
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Book Lovers Bundle (3 Options)
Includes a FREE non-resident NMPL library card ($110 value!) & a variety of books.
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TOP READER PRIZES
Our top adult, child, and teen readers will each win an aluminum 28oz drink tumbler from Mango Languages!
