1. Download the free Beanstack app from your device's app store.
2. Open the app and select "At my library, school, or bookstore."
3. Select "Find a site."
4. Search for "Lake Forest Library" and select it from the search results.
5. Create your Beanstack app account using your email address and making up a password.
6. *Tip* You can add multiple readers to the same account (such as your partner or children), and every reader can join different challenges.
7. Select "Challenges" and join the current challenge.

If you prefer, you can create a Beanstack account and access open challenges in your browser by visiting the Library's Beanstack page at www.lakeforestlibrary.org/beanstack.

If you don’t remember if you have an account, contact us by calling 847-234-0636 or emailing reference@lakeforestlibrary.org.

1. Open the Beanstack app or visit www.lakeforestlibrary.org/beanstack in your browser.
2. Select "Sign In" and enter your email address and password.
3. Select "Challenges" and enroll in the current reading program.
4. Begin reading, completing activities, and logging your progress!

If you forgot what email address you used when creating your Beanstack account, contact us by calling 847-234-0636 or emailing reference@lakeforestlibrary.org.

1. Open the Beanstack app or visit www.lakeforestlibrary.org/beanstack in your browser.
2. Sign in.
3. If you have multiple readers on the same account (such as you and your children), you can switch between readers by tapping or selecting your name, initials, or profile image.
4. In the app, tap the big plus sign ➕. If you're using the browser, select "Log reading and activities."
5. Follow the prompts to enter your achievements.