Unearth a Story at Cedar Springs Public Library

Get ready to dig into discovery! The Cedar Springs Public Library invites readers of all ages—from toddlers to adults—to join our 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, “Unearth a Story.” This year’s theme brings the excitement of dinosaurs, excavation, and paleontology to life, with a summer full of reading, activities, and prizes.

The Summer Reading Challenge kicks off Monday, June 8 with logging accepted through Tuesday, July 28 —giving you plenty of time to explore new stories and earn rewards along the way.

🎉 Kickoff Event – Facebook LIVE

Join us for a special Facebook LIVE kickoff on Monday, June 8 at 9:30 a.m. Library staff will walk you through everything you need to know, including how the program works, exciting events to look forward to, and how to get started. Watch live here: https://www.facebook.com/CedarSpringsPublicLibrary.

📚 How to Participate

Signing up is easy! Patrons can register and track their reading in one of two ways:

• Download the READsquared app on your device
• Or sign up online at: cedarsprings.readsquared.com

Once you’re registered, log your reading, complete activities, and earn badges and prizes throughout the summer.

Register by Saturday, June 13 to be entered into our Launch Week Raffle! You could win a gift card to the Indiana Dinosaur Museum to cover the cost of FOUR TICKETS + a $100 Visa Gift Card to cover gas and/or incidentals.

🦕 What to Expect

• Reading challenges for all ages
• Fun, dinosaur-themed events and activities
• Prizes and incentives to keep you motivated
• A chance to build a lifelong love of reading

Personal Reading Goals

This year, everyone will have personal reading goals. The more you read, the more opportunities to win some great prizes! Check out our Prize Tier Guide for each level's prize.

PreK Reading Goal - 10 Minutes per Day (500 minutes total)

• Level I - 200 Minutes
• Level II - 300 Minutes
• Level III - 500 Minutes

Kids Reading Goal - 20 Minutes per Day (1000 minutes total)

• Level I - 300 Minutes
• Level II - 600 Minutes
• Level III - 1000 Minutes

Teen Reading Goal - 24 Minutes per Day (1200 minutes total)

• Level I - 500 Minutes
• Level II - 800 Minutes
• Level III - 1200 Minutes

Adult Reading Goal - 40 Minutes per Day (2000 minutes total)

• Level I - 500 Minutes
• Level II - 1000 Minutes
• Level III - 2000 Minutes

Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just getting started, there’s something for everyone. Join us this summer as we dig deep, discover new stories, and unearth the joy of reading!