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2025 Summer Reading Challenge
E Heluhelu Kākou: Let’s Read!
Readers of all ages are invited to join us from June 1 – July 31, 2025!
This year’s theme, “E Heluhelu Kākou – Mele”, invites you to feel the rhythm of reading through poetry, chants, and music. It’s a joyful tribute to the powerful sounds and stories that bring us together.
Sign Up
Sign up today and score your first reward right away! When you log reading in June and July, you’ll unlock more rewards and earn a shot at winning four round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines!
Three easy ways to join:
- Online: Go to the Beanstack website.
- Mobile App: Download the Beanstack app, available for both iOS and Android.
- In-Person: Visit your local library.
How it Works
We’re excited to have readers of all ages participate, and this year, we have tailored goals to make the challenge engaging for everyone. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know.
Kids: Birth - 5th Grade |
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| What do I have to do to complete the challenge? | Read 800 minutes or more. |
| What can I read? | Physical books, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, talking books, and Braille all count. |
| How do I earn rewards and entries for grand prize? | Rewards at 400 & 800 minutes while supplies last. Grand prize entries are given for every 100 minutes. |
| How can I log my reading? | Log minutes on Beanstack or paper log and talk with your favorite library staff. Does your school use Beanstack? Learn how to connect your accounts. |
| Is there a way to earn bonus entries to the Grand Prize of Four Round-Trip tickets with Alaska Airlines? | Yes! You can earn extra entries by: - Visiting the library to learn the word of the week. One word = 1 extra entry. - Reading beyond 800 minutes. 200 minutes = 1 extra entry. |
Teens & Adults |
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| What do I have to do to complete the challenge? | Read 8 books or more. |
| What can I read? | Physical books, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, talking books, and Braille all count. |
| How do I earn rewards and entries for grand prize? | Rewards at 4 & 8 books while supplies last. Grand prize entries are given for every book read up to eight books. |
| How can I log my reading? | Log minutes on Beanstack or paper log and talk with your favorite library staff. Does your school use Beanstack? Learn how to connect your accounts. |
| Is there a way to earn bonus entries to the Grand Prize of Four Round-Trip tickets with Alaska Airlines? | Yes! You can earn extra entries by: - Visiting the library to learn the word of the week. One word = 1 extra entry. - Reading beyond 8 books. 2 books = 1 extra entry. |
Reading Rewards
All Hawaiʻi Public Libraries will have rewards for reaching specific reading goals. Some libraries may have additional rewards, ask your library what they’re doing for summer reading.
Sign-up bonus: Everyone who registered for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge will earn a McDonald’s Be Our Guest Coupon for a free ice cream cone or apple dipper!
| Kids | Teens | Adults | |||
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| 400 Minutes | 800 Minutes | 4 Books | 8 Books | 4 Books | 8 Books |
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| Choice of children's book | Mochi Squish Toy | Noms | Aloha Kine Creem Crackers | Solar Keychain Flashlight | Mele Cotton Tote Bag |
Prize Drawings
Not only will you able be earn rewards for reading, you will also earn entries into these fun prize drawings.
All Ages Prize Drawings
- Four Roundtrip Tickets on Alaska Airlines
- Beginner ʻUkulele Kit
Teen Prize Drawings
- Large Pizza Hut Pizza Coupon or Gift Card
- Beats Headphones
2025 Summer Reading Challenge Official Prize Rules
Link Your School and Library Beanstack Accounts
Connect your school Beanstack account to earn even more badges and rewards. Go to this video tutorial for directions.
Login Information For Hawaiʻi Public School Students:
- Username: 10-digit student ID number
- Password: Six-Digit date of birth (mmddyy)
Attend Fun & Music Filled Programs
Libraries will be hosting a variety of cultural and enriching events for all ages throughout the summer. Our program partners are the University of Hawaiʻi’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program, the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources, Forestry & Wildlife Division.
View a list of upcoming statewide programs on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
About the Poster Artist
Lauryn Gordines is an artist and designer based in Honolulu, Hawaii inspired by the local culture surrounding her Honolulu upbringing. She has spent the last 16 years as an entrepreneur operating several businesses in creative industries with a presence in the U.S., Japan, Korea, and Canada. Her past and present clients include 7 for All Mankind, Young and Reckless, Garret Leight California Optical, Habitat for Humanity, Urban Research, and Marriott. The last decade has been a deep dive into brand development and management for small to large businesses and non-profit organizations in Hawaii. She received awards from the American Advertising Awards District Competition for Integrated Brand Identity. Lauryn’s work has led her to want to nurture a deeper impact on the creative community. She co-founded CreativeMornings Honolulu and Spectra Foundation to continue to advocate for Hawaii’s creative industries.
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