2023 is all about nature and the world around us.
This year, KDL will take you on a Summer Wonder journey of reading, learning and exploring through the great outdoors right here in Kent County.
- Activities for the whole family: Outdoor scavenger hunts, StoryWalks, park exploration and more.
- Take the self-guided Summer Wonder Challenge of reading, writing and STEAM experiments (that's science, tech, engineering, art and math).
- It's easy. It's fun. It's free. It's for all ages. You can participate from anywhere. Last but not least – there are PRIZES!
To get ready for all of the fun, sign up on Beanstack (you can also download the Android App or iOS App) or stop by any KDL branch to pick up a paper tracking log. We'll see you on June 5, friend!
Track Your Activities, Win Prizes
Tracking Log (PDF)
Workbook (Online)
On Paper
- Find a paper tracking log in the Summer Wonder Workbook (available at any KDL branch).
- Pick up additional paper logs at any branch or print the PDF.
Online
- Login to Beanstack and register for Summer Wonder.
- Contact us if you need any help.
Beanstack helps you track activities for multiple people. Simply install the app or login to the Beanstack website.
Use any of the "Kent County Success Basics" for 30 days:
- LOVE: Maximize love and minimize stress
- TALK, sing and point
- COUNT, group and compare
- PLAY: Explore through movement and play
- READ and discuss stories
Prizes:
- A free book for all completers
- Chance to win $100 Meijer gift cards
- Chance to win a gift basket
Keep your child's brain active with 30 days of any of these activities:
- READ for at least 20 minutes. Choose from books, magazines, graphic novels, comics and more.
- WRITE a story, a letter or journal entry. Try our writing prompts.
- LISTEN to an audiobook or have a book read to you.
- DO one of our awesome and easy STEAM activities.
Prizes:
- A free book for all completers
- Chance to win $100 Meijer gift cards
- Chance to win a gift basket
Learn and grow with 30 days of any of these activities:
- READ for at least 20 minutes. Choose from books, magazines, graphic novels, comics and more.
- WRITE a story, letter, journal entry or poem.
- LISTEN to an audiobook or have a book read to you.
- DO or explore something new.
Prizes:
- Teens (11-17) get a free book. Adults (18+) get a picnic blanket.
- Chance to win $100 Meijer gift cards
- Chance to win a gift basket
Summer Events
KDL will offer many wonderful programs this summer. Some branches will provide outdoor programming. Check the Facebook page of your preferred branch for the latest event details!
Find Curi
Get outdoors with our Find Curi scavenger hunt in select Kent County Parks. Contest begins June 5. You could win an outdoor activity bag!
StoryWalks
Walk along, read along! Kent District Library teams up with Kent County Parks to bring you special outdoor StoryWalks to enjoy with your family.
Summer Events
All-Star Readers!
Reach 45 days of activities between June 5 and August 12 (that's 15 extra days) for a chance to win a $50 Schuler Books gift card! Log those extra days in Beanstack or ask a librarian for an All-Star Reader paper log starting on July 5.
Free Lunches
We are partnering with Feeding America of West Michigan to provide free lunches to students on weekdays from June 5 - August 11.
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