When we think of reading programs, a lot of us automatically think about summer reading programs at our local libraries. But, what about winter reading programs? Winter in Illinois is the perfect time to break out that book, cozy up and get lost in a story. I've compiled a list of the local libraries around Wheaton, IL offering winter reading programs for kids and adults and most of them even offer prize incentives! Woot! Woot!
January 2nd, 2024 - February 29th, 2024
Earn points to win prizes! All ages are welcome. Track your points with the READsquared app. Find secret codes on our social media every other week to earn more points.
Adults
- Earn a prize just for signing up! Pick up a free WPL mug OR tote bag at the Reference Desk beginning Jan. 2 while supplies last
- Earn 200 points for each book you read – this includes audiobooks and eBooks
- Earn additional points for completing missions and activities, like finding secret codes
- Each week, a random winner will be chosen to win a gift card
- Earn 1000 points to complete the challenge and be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Downtown Wheaton
Teens (6th to 12th Grade)
- Earn 40 points for each hour you read – audiobooks included
- Earn additional points for completing missions and activities, like finding secret codes
- Earn prizes at 500 and 1000 points
- Earn 1000 points to complete the challenge and be entered into our grand prize drawing
Youth (Birth to 5th Grade)
- Earn points for each day you read or are read to
- Earn additional points for completing missions and activities, like finding secret codes
- Earn prizes by reaching different levels
- Earn 1000 points to complete the challenge and be entered into our grand prize drawing
December 1st, 2023 - February 2nd, 2024
A Very Yeti Winter Reading Program
Get yeti for winter - it's the perfect time for our winter reading program! Complete various challenges and reading for a special prize. For the first time, try our digital log! For ages Birth - 11 years-old. For the digital version of the challenge, visit https://wcpld.beanstack.org
December 1, 2023–March 2, 2024
All Ages Iditaread Winter Reading Challenge
We’re challenging everyone to read as many minutes as there are miles in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race from Anchorage to Nome. That means 1,000 minutes of reading! Our Winter Reading Challenge is open to readers of all ages and abilities. Participants can read or listen to books from any source, including the library’s collections. Attendance at library storytimes and book discussions counts toward the challenge.
January 2nd – February 29th, 2024
Chill Out and Read: Adult Winter Reading Program
Participate in our virtual adult winter reading program! Click here to get started and log six books to complete the program. Everyone who completes the program is entered into a drawing to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card.
December 1st, 2023 – February 28th, 2024
Winter Reading: Bingo Challenge for Teens
Get three in a row by the end of February to gain admission into our Leap Day Pizza Party on Thu, 02/29 at 4:00 pm! Bingo cards are available at the Youth and Teen desks.
December 1st, 2023 - February 1st, 2024
Adult Winter Reading Bingo
Curl up with some books this winter and complete reading activities for a chance to win gift cards! Play our bookish Bingo to earn raffle tickets that can be entered for a chance to win gift cards. Each reader has the potential to earn up to seven raffle tickets.
This is an online-only challenge, and participants must sign up via our website and fill out their Bingo card using Beanstack.
(they also have a school year reading program for K-8!)
Looking for more winter fun to stay busy? Check out our Guide for Winter Boredom Busters!
