The Puyallup Public Library is excited to announce the return of its popular seasonal reading initiative: “Summer with the Library 2025.” Starting June 1 and running through the end of summer, this free and inclusive program is open to all ages and is designed to promote literacy, creativity, and community connection.

Whether you’re a preschooler learning to sound out your first words or an adult ready to take on a summer reading challenge, this program encourages everyone to explore the joy of reading, discover new stories, and engage in a wide range of interactive activities.

🏆 Prizes, Badges & BINGO Challenges

One of the most exciting parts of “Summer with the Library 2025” is the variety of rewards and incentives available throughout the season. Participants can:

• Earn digital badges through the Beanstack platform

• Win prizes through reading milestones and drawings

• Complete a summer-themed BINGO challenge to make reading fun and goal-oriented

For kids and teens, finishing the reading challenge comes with an extra-special reward—a free book of their choice to keep. And for readers of all ages, stylish tote bags will be distributed while supplies last—perfect for carrying your summer reading haul.

Additional surprise prizes will be announced throughout the summer to keep the momentum going and the excitement high.

🖥️ Easy Sign-Up with Beanstack

Getting started is simple and streamlined. The library recommends using Beanstack, an easy-to-use digital platform that allows readers to:

• Log the books they read

• Track reading days

• Write short book reviews

• Explore curated booklists

• Earn progress badges automatically

Families can register together, and parents can manage their children’s reading accounts from a single dashboard. Best of all, if you’ve joined the program in previous years, you can use your existing Beanstack login to jump right back in.

📝 Prefer Paper? No Problem

For those who prefer analog tracking, paper reading logs are available at the main library desk. You can also download and print a reading tracker from the library’s website. This flexibility ensures that everyone in the community can participate, regardless of tech access or comfort level.

No matter how you choose to track your progress, the library’s staff is ready to help, answer questions, and provide reading suggestions tailored to your interests and age group.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Something for Every Reader

“Summer with the Library 2025” isn’t just about reading—it’s about building a shared experience around books and imagination. The program is thoughtfully designed to:

• Encourage kids to maintain their literacy skills over the break

• Give teens a chance to explore new genres and express themselves

• Offer adults the motivation to carve out time for personal reading goals

With a program that grows with the reader, the Puyallup Public Library creates a community-wide culture of reading that celebrates growth, exploration, and fun.

📅 Join the Adventure

As summer begins, there’s no better time to join a reading adventure that’s educational, rewarding, and community-driven. Whether you’re discovering your next favorite author, checking off your BINGO card, or earning a tote bag for your hard work, “Summer with the Library 2025” is designed to make this season of reading truly unforgettable.

For more details, visit the Puyallup Public Library or explore the official program guide online.