Beanstack
Track your reading and earn badges throughout the year with our virtual reading challenges! All ages, from babies and kids, teens, and adults can participate.
Find on this page: About Beanstack Common Beanstack Questions Current and Upcoming Challenges
About Beanstack
Beanstack is a website and App that is used to track reading. Participate in various challenges and activities throughout the year. Earn digital badges when you complete challenges and get physical prizes during our summer reading programs!
Common Beanstack Questions
How do I make a Beanstack Account?
You can create your own Citrus Libraries Beanstack account at our Beanstack page. Or create an account through the Beanstack Tracker App on your mobile device or tablet. When creating an account on your device, select the “Library, school, or bookstore” option and then search for Citrus Libraries.
Where is the App available?
The app is available for download through the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Beanstack is also accessible through your browser.
Can I register my child or children when creating an account?
Yes! You can register your whole family at the same time and track reading together.
How do I join a challenge?
Once you have created your Beanstack account, you’ll see challenges available to you on the Beanstack main page. Register for one and start reading!
How do I get more help?
Learn how to use the Beanstack Mobile App by visiting their help page. Contact us or visit your library for more help.
Current and Upcoming Challenges
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Always Available
Ages 0 – 5
We’re Reading 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! Reading together just one book a night gives your child the building blocks for lifelong success! Join the challenge today!
Complete this challenge by reading 1000 books!
Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
May 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024
Ages 0-18
Help Smokey celebrate his 80th birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment! Read 3 books on wildfire prevention or the environment and earn 4 activity badges to complete the challenge and earn your prize! Start by taking Smokey’s Pledge. Badges are earned by completing at least one activity in each section.
Complete this challenge by reading 3 books and completing 4 activities!
Teacher Appreciation 2024
May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024
All Ages
We love teachers, and we know you do too! Let’s celebrate our awesome teachers this May. Make your teachers proud and show them your appreciation by logging your reading and completing activities all month long!
Complete this challenge by reading 300 minutes and completing 3 activities!
2024 Genre Bingo Challenge
Apr 8, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
All Ages
Challenge yourself to read beyond what you can imagine! Stretch your reading skills and explore new genres, or specific types of books. Expanding what you read can strengthen your reading comprehension and spark your imagination! Read new books and complete activities to earn Bingo!
Complete this challenge by making a bingo or completing your entire bingo card!
The Great Escape
Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2024
All Ages
Reading can be a great escape! Books and stories can transport you to a completely different place. And as you read you might discover new things, ideas, and perspectives along the way. You may even learn more about yourself. Log your reading throughout the year to earn badges while you journey into exciting, new worlds. Find your escape today!
Complete this challenge by reading 660 minutes.
SSYRA & Florida Teens Read Challenges
August 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
Ages Vary
Keep track of reading your SSYRA books this school year with our reading list challenges! 4 challenges are available, SSYRA Jr., SSYRA Grades 3-5, SSYRA 6-8, and SSYRA Florida Teens Read.
Complete these challenges by reading 3 of the 15 books on each reading list.