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Name of the Resource:

Summer Reading Challenge

Location/Site for the Resource:

Pasco County Library

Hugh Embry Library - Public library in Dade City, Florida. 14215 4th St, Dade City, FL 33523

Focus Area:

Promoting Literacy: Encouraging readers of all ages to engage in consistent reading habits by logging their reading minutes.

Engaging the Community: Fostering community involvement through fun activities and library events.

Incentivizing Participation: Offering a prize drawing to motivate participants to complete the challenge and stay engaged throughout the summer.

Supporting Educational Growth: Helping individuals, especially students, maintain and improve their reading skills during the summer break.

Summary:

The challenge aim to support educational growth and provide fun incentives throughout the summer.

Logistical Information:

The Pasco County Library Summer Reading Challenges run from May 19 to July 31.

Participants can sign up through Beanstack online, via the app, or in the library.

To complete the challenge, participants must log at least 600 reading minutes and complete four activity badges; those who do so will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Visa Gift Card.

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From May 19 - July 31, Pasco County Library readers of all ages can sign up for this year's Summer Reading Challenges through Beanstack. Log your reading minutes and complete fun activities throughout the summer. View our Event Calendars for programs at your nearest branch!

2024 Summer Reading Challenge

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of 1,000,000 minutes read

1,582 readers

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24 days left

Last Updated: 7/3/2024

Get Started:

1. Sign up through Beanstack online, through the app, or, in the library.

2. Register for a summer reading challenge.

3. Log your minutes read and activities completed!

Completion Requirements:

From May 19 - July 31,

1. Log at least 600 reading minutes (10 hours).

2. Complete 4 activity badges.

Challenge Prize:

Those who log 600 reading minutes (10 hours) into a summer reading challenge are entered in a drawing to win a $100 Visa Gift Card in their category! This prize is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Reading with the Rays

Reading with the Rays returns this season for Summer Reading on May 26th! Visit any of our locations to get a gamecard or download through the link below.

NEW this year, we are offering a limited edition Reading with the Rays themed library card for new and existing patrons.

Reading with the Rays

Disclaimer: Patrons of all ages may enter to win prizes by completing the summer reading challenge through Beanstack (link to our Beanstack account). Each Pasco County library branch may offer additional prizes with varying requirements. Participation in the Beanstack reading challenge is not required, but winning individuals must be present to pick up the prize at a Pasco County Library branch. If you'd like to enter to win without participation please email virtualservices@pascolibraries.org. Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are not endorsing or sponsoring this contest.

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Summer Reading Program 2024 | Pasco County Libraries

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Home of the Pasco County Library Cooperative. Here you will find information about books, events, libraries, and more at the Pasco County Library Cooperative.

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Name of the Resource:

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Location/Site for the Resource:

Pasco County area

Focus Area:

Early childhood literacy

Summary:

The "1000 Books Before Kindergarten" program aims to encourage families and caregivers in the Pasco County area to read 1,000 books with their children before they start kindergarten.

The program emphasizes the importance of early childhood literacy by motivating families to engage in regular reading sessions, thereby fostering a love for reading and preparing children for academic success.

Participants can log their reading progress and earn badges along the way.

Logistical Information:

Age Range: 0 - 5 years

Goal: Read 1,000 books before kindergarten

Repetition: Repeat reads are allowed

Progress Tracking: Log reading to earn badges

Status: Ongoing program

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Welcome to Pasco County Libraries Reading Challenges!

Participate in our virtual reading challenges throughout the year using Beanstack!

Kids, teens, and adults can track their reading minutes, write book reviews, and participate in fun activities to earn digital badges.

Click Here to Sign Up

What is Beanstack?

Beanstack is a website and app that promotes reading through various challenges and activities. Track your reading and earn digital badges from completing challenges! During Summer Reading Challenge, participants who complete the challenge are entered into drawings for prizes!
Can you register multiple readers on an account?

Yes, you can set up as many profiles as you'd like for readers of any age! This feature is great for families, schools, or other groups. You can easily log reading for multiple profiles at one time.
Is there an app? How do I join a Reading Challenge?

Once you're registered, available challenges will be on your main page. Simply click a challenge to join and start logging!
Where can I get help about Beanstack?

Check out our challenges below!

For All Ages | May 19, 2024 - July 31, 2024

This summer, adventure begins at your library! Log your reading and complete activities to earn badges.

When you log 600 minutes of reading, you will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Visa Gift Card at the end of the summer! Learn more about this year's Summer Reading on our webpage.

For All Ages | April 30, 2024 - May 31, 2024

This month, dive into Makerspaces at Pasco Libraries! Makerspaces are creative hubs where you can craft, learn, design, experiment, and construct. They emphasize hands-on exploration and creativity. Discover the variety of Makerspaces available at our branches!

Complete the challenge by logging 600 minutes of reading and completing 6 activity badges.

When you complete the challenge during the dates above, you will be entered into a drawing for a Pasco Libraries tote bag!

Sign Up

For Ages 0 - 5 | Ongoing

This program encourages all Pasco County area families and caregivers to read 1,000 books with their young children before they enter kindergarten. Log reading and earn badges all along the way.

Complete the challenge by reading 1,000 books including repeat reads.

Sign Up

Patrons of all ages may enter to win prizes by completing challenges through Beanstack (pascolibraries.beanstack.org). Each Pasco County library branch may offer additional prizes with varying requirements. Participation in the Beanstack reading challenge is not required, but winning individuals must be present to pick up the prize at a Pasco County Library branch. If you'd like to enter to win without participation please email virtualservices@pascolibraries.org. Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are not endorsing or sponsoring this contest.

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Home of the Pasco County Library Cooperative. Here you will find information about books, events, libraries, and more at the Pasco County Library Cooperative.

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Name of the Resource:

Adult Literacy Tutoring Program

Location/Site for the Resource:

New River and Hugh Embry Branch Libraries

Focus Area:

Adult literacy improvement

Summary:

The Adult Literacy Tutoring Program, offered at the New River and Hugh Embry Branch Libraries, aims to help community members enhance their literacy skills.

The program emphasizes community involvement and offers tutors an opportunity to make a significant impact on adult literacy rates.

Logistical Information:

Tutors, after receiving training and support, work with learners in either group settings or one-on-one sessions.

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The Adult Literacy tutoring program is currently offered at the New RIver and Hugh Embry Branch Libraries. Tutors will receive a training session, support materials, and staff support. This extremely important service will help members of our community to improve their literacy skills. Tutors can meet with learners in a group or in one-to-one sessions.
Key Responsibilities:

Attend a training session

Participate in organizing, setting up, and running Conversation Corner sessions

Participate in one-to-one tutoring sessions

Commit to one year of service with a flexible schedule

Qualifications:

Be 18 yrs of age or older

Be a self starter and work without close supervision

Interact and communicate successfully with others

Have a positive attitude and a willingness to advocate on behalf of the library

Training and support provided:

Orientation, training session, and support materials
Time Commitment:

Varies based on your availability and learner needs
Benefits of Volunteering:

Improve the literacy rate in our community

Earn recognition for your efforts on behalf of the Library

Meet new people and make new friends

Earn volunteer hours

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Home of the Pasco County Library Cooperative. Here you will find information about books, events, libraries, and more at the Pasco County Library Cooperative.

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Name of the Resource:

MarcoPolo for Educators

Location/Site for the Resource:

Select childcare centers within the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Pasco and Hernando counties, Florida.

Focus Area:

Early childhood education, family engagement, and teacher performance enhancement in all CLASS™ domains.

Summary:

The Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Pasco and Hernando counties is partnering with MarcoPolo Learning to enhance the educational experience in select childcare centers.

MarcoPolo Learning, a leading developer of academic content, offers a comprehensive digital library with over 1,200 developmentally appropriate learning videos and resources in English and Spanish.

These resources align with classroom curricula and support teacher-child interactions, family engagement, and instructional scaffolding.

The partnership aims to elevate teaching practices, promote family involvement, and provide high-quality digital content to support learning at home.

Logistical Information:

Sponsored by the ELC of Pasco and Hernando and the State of Florida, Division of Early Learning.

Educators can access guides, visuals, activity ideas, family engagement suggestions, and printable offline activities.

Supports emotional, classroom, and instructional organization aligned with the CLASS™ framework.

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Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, Inc.

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MarcoPolo Learning Partners with Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando - Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando Counties, Inc.

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PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Pasco and Hernando, which oversees the School Readiness and Voluntary Pre-kindergarten programs in Pasco and Hernando counties, is partnering with…