Summer Reading Club 2026

Make plans to spend time at the library this summer!

From June 1 to July 31, we invite you to dig in to a good book, uncover hidden stories, explore the past, and discover the joy that reading brings! Throughout the summer, we'll also have decorations, programs, and other exciting features designed to inspire and engage readers.

Important dates:

• Monday, June 1st- First day to log reading
• Friday, July 31st - Last day to log reading and pick up prizes
• Monday, August 3rd- Grand prize drawings for all ages

It’s easy... and there’s prizes!

1. Starting in May, you can register for the Summer Reading Club several ways: 

   • visit BPL's Beanstack page
   • download and register on the free Beanstack app for Apple or Android
   • visit Bentonville Public Library's Children's Services desk
2. Beginning June 1, log your reading on Beanstack and/or on the Teen Summer Reading Bingo tracker you can request at the Teen Services office.
3. Turn in your hours to the Teen Services office. For every five hours you read (up to 20 hours), you'll get to pick a prize from the teen treasure chest (while supplies last). 
4. Log hours in Beanstack every week to be eligible for weekly prize drawings. Any child who has logged minutes in Beanstack during the week of the drawing will be eligible to win. 
5. Complete and turn in 25 hours of reading to receive a certificate for a FREE BOOK from Read It Again Bookstore.
6. Complete the Teen Summer Reading Bingo and earn entries to the grand prize drawing for a $150 Visa gift card.