Summer Reading 2026 - Unearth a Story June 15 - August 15
Summer Reading Kicks Off Monday, June 15 at the Easton Area Public Library!
Get ready for a dino-mite summer at the Easton Area Public Library! Our theme this year is Unearth a Story, and we’re digging up a whole world of dinosaur-sized fun and imagination. Readers of all ages are invited to join the adventure!
Summer Reading 2026 begins on June 15, and paper logs will be available at both the Main Library downtown and the Palmer Branch. Do you want to track your reading digitally? Register now on Beanstack!
Throughout the Summer, enjoy a variety of engaging programs, special guests, creative activities, and opportunities to explore, learn, and connect at the library. We’ll wrap up the summer with a festive finale to celebrate all the reading, discoveries, and memories made along the way.
Let’s make this summer unforgettable! Dig in, explore, and Unearth a Story with us! Follow us on social media and visit eastonpl.org for all the latest updates. For a list of all our summer programs for all ages, visit our calendar.
The Easton Area Public Library is proud to support our local businesses. Thank you to The Friends of the Library for sponsoring the children's performers at the Main Library and Palmer Branch. Thank you also to The Friends of the Library for partnering with us for our summer reading prizes.
Find out more about The Friends of the Library and how to join! Click here!
Summer Reading for Kids
An ancient journal, newly found, tells of a mysterious place, the Valley of the Living Dinosaur, and a legendary blue triceratops...
This summer, the Easton Area Public Library invites kids and families to become explorers on a community-wide quest to summit the mountain and uncover the Valley of the Living Dinosaur. Every hour you read helps move our expedition farther up the mountain toward the community goal of 2,000 reading hours. Plus, read 10 hours to earn an Official Explorer's T-Shirt! Attend programs, complete optional Side Quests, earn explorer badges, and, most importantly, read to help us on our quest to summit the mountain!
The journal has been opened. Your journey is waiting. Join the expedition to find Digby the Dinosaur!
Don't miss our summer programs and events! We're looking forward to three months of festivities and fantastic books- all for free! Whether you’re interested in art, sewing, gaming, or just hanging out with other kids, the Library has something for everybody this Summer! For a list of all our summer programs, visit our calendar.
Download the Summer Reading Passport for Kids (available June 15 at the library)
Go paperless! Register now on Beanstack
Summer Reading for Teens
Teens can join the fun by logging their reading throughout the summer to earn gift card prizes! Read a total of 480 minutes (8 hours) for prize #1 and read a total of 960 minutes (16 hours) for prize #2. Read a total of 1,500 minutes (25 hours) to complete the program and earn an extra raffle ticket towards a gift card grand prize.
Join us for this summer’s America 250 Side Quest! For a chance to earn additional grand prize raffle tickets, celebrate America's 250th birthday by digging into stories about the original 13 colonies!
*Please note: Every raffle ticket earned is a chance to win a gift card grand prize. Entry does not guarantee a grand prize win. Odds depend on the number of entries.
"> Download the Summer Reading Passport for Teens (available June 15 at the library)
Go paperless! Register now on Beanstack
Summer Reading for Adults
Adults can join the fun by logging their reading throughout the summer to earn Beanstack badges and raffle ticket entries! Read a total of 3,000 minutes (50 hours) to complete the program and earn raffle tickets for gift card prizes to local businesses.
Join us for this summer’s America 250 Side Quest! For a chance to earn additional grand prize raffle tickets, celebrate America's 250th birthday by digging into stories about the original 13 colonies!
*Please note: Every raffle ticket earned is a chance to win a gift card prize. Entry does not guarantee a prize. Odds of winning depend on the number of entries. Good luck!
> Download the Summer Reading Passport for Adults (available June 15 at the library)
Go paperless! Register now on Beanstack
Go Paperless! Read with us on Beanstack
How to Sign up:
1. Go to our Beanstack website.
2. Click on "Register an Individual or Family". Or sign into your account if you are already registered.
3. Fill in your information. Beanstack allows families to be linked together, so all members can access one login.
4. Registration for Summer Reading 2026 opens on June 1 and the challenge on Beanstack will be active beginning on June 15.
Sign up now on Beanstack to ensure your account is all set to go!
The Beanstack app
Go to your device's app store, search for "Beanstack Tracker", and follow these steps:
1.Search for Easton Area Public Library.
2. Click on our library.
3. Follow the steps to register for an individual or family.
How do I Log Minutes, Reviews and Activities?
1. Visit our Beanstack website or open your Beanstack app.
2. Click the "Log Reading and Activities" button in the upper left corner of the site or on the blue plus sign in the app.
3. Follow the prompts on the screen to log whatever you've accomplished
4. To log activities, go directly into the challenge, select "Bingo Card" or "Badges", and choose the activity you would like to complete.
5. Earn a badge when you hit a reading landmark or complete a review / activity.