Participate in online reading challenges using Beanstack. Sign-up today to start your literary adventure and discover the rewards of reading. We'll offer multiple challenges for the community to join. Below you will find information on getting started, but feel free to reach out to library staff for assistance.
GETTING STARTED
Download the Beanstack app from your device's app store. Open the app and tap on the Find Your School or Library button. Search for Abilene Public Library. Tap Sign Up (or choose Sign In if you already have an account). Create an Account. Add Readers (Parents may create an adult account and register your children under that account to share the same login). Follow the remainder of the prompts to complete your registration. Tap Discover at the bottom to register for available challenges for the age of the reader. Tap the + symbol to log your reading and activities, which will be applied to the Challenges you enter. Track your Badges and see your Stats.
LOG YOUR READING
Beanstack allows library patrons to track reading, participate in challenges, and earn prizes via a mobile app or website. Key steps include creating an account, registering for challenges, and logging books or minutes to earn digital badges. Families can manage multiple readers under one account for easier, shared tracking.
Steps to Use Beanstack:
- Download or Access: Download the Beanstack Tracker App (iOS/Android) or visit our Beanstack website.
- Register: Select “Find a Site,” search for San Augustine Public Library, and choose “Register an Individual or Family.” Create a username and password to track reading for yourself or your family.
- Join Challenges: Select the active reading challenge (e.g., Summer Reading) for your age group to begin earning rewards.
- Log Reading: Tap the blue “+” sign in the app to log minutes or books. You can use the scanning feature for ISBN barcodes to instantly log books.
- Earn Rewards: Keep reading to earn badges and digital tickets, which can be entered into prize drawings directly through the app.
Key Tips:
- Use the app’s built-in timer to track reading in real-time.
- One account can manage multiple readers, such as children.
- Stop by the library to redeem physical prizes when badges are earned.