Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge

Sign Up

Enroll in our Summer Reading Challenge by using the online form. Readers of all ages can participate!

Track Your Reading

Print a tracker here or pick one up at the library. Track the days you read beginning Monday, June 1. You can set individual time or pages goals if you’d like. All reading counts – audiobooks, magazines, even being read to!

Reading Rewards

Readers ages 0-18 can pick up a Reading Reward for each 10 days read. (Maximum 5 rewards/50 days.)

Earn a Free Book

Children and teens ages 0-18 who track 50+ days of reading this summer earn a free book of their choice, sponsored by the Friends of the Bennington Library.

End of Summer Prize Drawing

Readers of all ages are eligible to enter our End of Summer Prize Drawing. Pick up your drawing tickets at the library after reading ten days this summer. (Maximum 5 tickets/50 days for all readers – even adults!)


Adopt-a-Dino Adventure

Grab your favorite dino or stop by the library to adopt-a-dino to take on an adventure around Bennington! After visiting at least four of the Bennington parks and landmarks listed below, return to the library for a bonus ticket for the end of summer prize drawing! (One bonus ticket per reader, please!)


(Click on each location for a Google Map link.)