Youth Reading Programs

Birth-Grade 8. Register for an independent reading program anytime and start reading to earn prizes.

Get started by registering online through Beanstack or call the Youth Services Desk at 847.459.4100, ext. 4. Download and print your reading log or request a paper copy. Contact us to arrange prize pickup.

About Beanstack

Beanstack is the library’s online registration and tracking system for its reading programs. Once you register, you can participate anytime, anywhere using Beanstack. Watch a video about Beanstack or read this.

1. Visit indiantrailslibrary.beanstack.org or download the free Beanstack Tracker app (Android or Apple). 
2. Sign in or create an account.
   • If your child is participating in a reading program, he/she already has a Beanstack account. View the Getting Started with Beanstack video or contact the Youth Services Desk (847.459.4100, ext. 4) for login instructions.
   • New to ITPLD reading programs? Create a Beanstack account for you and your child.
   • Not sure if you have an account? Call 847.459.4100, ext 4 or email us for assistance.
3. After registering, all the programs you are eligible for will appear on your welcome screen. Click ‘Register for this Challenge’ to join a reading program. Do this for all readers on your account.
4. Reading logs can be picked up at the Youth Services desk or accessed in Beanstack.

   1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN

   Register at the Youth Services Desk to receive:
   •a reading log
   •a free book to keep
   •a tote bag

   Learn more here   

	1000 Books Before Kindergarten Recommended Reads	Ages Birth – Pre-K
	Tag-Along  Recommended Reads	Grades K-2
	Rockin’ Readers Recommended Reads	Grades 3-5
	100 Books Before High School Recommended Reads	Grades 6-8