Summer Reading Challenge 2022: Oceans of Possibilities
The 2022 Summer Reading Challenge has ended. Please check back in June 2023 for information about the 2023 Summer Reading Challenge.
Challenge Dates: June 4 - August 13
Welcome to Tacoma Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge 2022! We’re delighted to have readers of all ages join us. This year’s theme is “Oceans of Possibilities!”
You can use a virtual or paper reading log to track your progress. Log your reading and activities on a computer or mobile device with Beanstack, opens a new window. If you would like to use a paper log download and print one here, or stop by any branch to pick one up. Find the Reading Log for your age level and fill it in by reading and completing fun activities. Books, eBooks, magazines, graphic novels, and audiobooks can all be used to meet the reading requirements.
Stop by any library for a sign-up prize when you’ve started the challenge. You’ll also receive a prize when you are finished!
You can check out books and more from any of our eight locations. You can also access digital reading materials with your library card by using the Overdrive/Libby, and hoopla apps! Find everything you need to know about downloading and using these free apps on our A-Z Resources Page. The last day to complete the Summer Reading Club is August 13, and the last day to pick up prizes is Wednesday, August 31.
Thank you for joining Summer Reading Challenge with TPL this summer!
Summer Reading Challenge FAQs
- Sign up for a Beanstack account through the website, opens a new window or the app, opens a new window and add your family members so everyone can participate. Track your reading and complete activities to unlock 15 badges and earn prizes this summer. For more information on using Beanstack, visit our Beanstack FAQs, opens a new window.
- Or visit a branch, opens a new window to request a paper log. You can also download and print Reading Logs from home! Find the Reading Log for your age level and fill it in by reading and completing fun activities.
Completion
When you've completed your Beanstack or paper Reading Log, stop by a branch to collect your completion prize. Prizes are available while supplies last. The last day to complete the challenge is Saturday, August 13. The last day for Beanstack users to pickup prizes is Wednesday, August 31.
Summer Reading Events
Programs and activities will be offered in a variety of formats:
- In Person Programs- Masks are currently required inside meeting rooms.
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Outdoor Programs
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Live Virtual Programs Using Zoom
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Program Kits
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& More! - See our Featured Activities, opens a new window below for more ways to participate in the Summer Reading Challenge.
Upcoming SRC Events
Upcoming Program Kits
Special Events and Performances
Special Events and Performances
Sea Creature Creation Station
Sea Creature Creation Station
Storytimes
Tacoma Public Library Storytimes
Seal Skeleton
Seal Skeleton
Sea Stories -- Oceans Of Possibilities
Surf's Up--Oceans of Possibilities
Beach Reads--Oceans of Possibilities
Books To Read Before Kindergarten
Picture Book Staff Picks
Kid's Books Staff Picks
Teen Staff Picks
Graphic Novels For Beginning Readers
For more Tacoma Public Library staff picks, visit:
Thank you to our Summer Reading sponsors!
