Volusia Reads Online
Volusia Reads: Adult Online Book Club
Volusia County Public Library has partnered with PBC Guru and Freading to create a virtual book club for patrons and the community.
A Very Typical Family is the next Volusia Reads: Adult Online Book Club selection. To join in the discussion, visit the Online Forum at https://volusialibrary.pbc.guru.
This book is available as an eBook, eAudioBook, and print book. Please visit the Volusia County Public Library Catalog to secure your copy.
Here is the Suggested Reading Schedule for A Very Typical Family:
On May 23rd, visit Before the Book in our forum and begin reading.
Section 1: by June 6th, finish reading through Chapter 5.
Section 2: by June 13th, finish reading through Chapter 11.
Section 3: by June 20th, finish reading through Chapter 16.
Section 4: by July 4th, finish reading through Chapter 23.
By July 11th, finish reading the book and join our After the Book forum discussion.
It's always available for download from Freading.
How to use Freading on a computer/laptop
How to use Freading on a mobile device
Volusia Reads: Virtual Reading Challenges
Participate in the library’s virtual, seasonal reading challenges throughout the year using Beanstack! Kids, teens, and adults can track their reading and participate in fun activities -earning digital badges and incentives along the way.
What is Beanstack?
Beanstack is a website and app that promotes reading through various challenges and activities. Track reading and earn digital badges and incentives from completing challenges!
Scan QR code to download beanstack app.
Volusia County Public Library Invites All Ages to “Celebrate Summer!” with Reading, Programs, and Prizes
Volusia County, FL – Starting Monday, June 2, Volusia County Public Library is excited to launch its all-ages “Celebrate Summer!” reading initiative at all 14 library branches. The Summer Reading Challenge runs through August 10 and encourages children, teens, and adults to keep reading and stay engaged throughout the summer.
Children (Pre-K–5th grade) and teens (grades 6–12) can earn fun incentives and prizes by reading and participating in library programs. Prize redemption continues through Sunday, August 31.
Adults can also join in the summer fun with hundreds of programs available through Sunday, August 10.
In partnership with Volusia County Human Services, the library will also offer free nutritious breakfasts and lunches to youth ages 18 and under through the Summer BreakSpot program. Meals will be served Monday through Friday at many locations from June 2 through August 8. Visit volusialibrary.libcal.com for participating branches and mealtimes.
Too busy to stop by this summer? We’ve got you covered. Get free digital materials online, anytime, with your Volusia County Public Library card. Visit volusialibrary.org/download to search our online collections of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and virtual magazines and newspapers.
For more details on the reading challenge, borrowing library materials, and upcoming programs, visit your local branch or go to volusialibrary.org.
Volusia County Public Library thanks the Friends of the Library groups for their generous support of summer programming.
Join us to Celebrate Summer — read, discover, and explore at your library!
Reading Challenges and Personalized Recommendations
Can you register multiple readers on an account?
· Yes, set up as many profiles as needed for readers of any age! This feature is great for families, schools, or other groups. Easily log reading for multiple profiles at one time.
Is there an app?
· Beanstack is available on all mobile devices. Download on the Apple Store or on the Google Play Store.
How do I join a Reading Challenge?
· Once registered, available challenges will be in your account. Simply click a challenge to join, read, and start logging!
Check out the current challenges below!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten™ Program Reading Challenge
1000 Books Before Kindergarten™ is a self-paced, early literacy program for children ages 0-6 designed to increase vocabulary, build reading confidence and promote pre-reading skills necessary for kindergarten. Register and track your reading online or by visiting any Volusia County Public Library branch.
Bedtime (July) Recommended Books for Kindergarten children age 0-6.
Reading Challenges and Personalized Recommendations
Volusia Reads: Electronic Newsletters
The library offers a variety of electronic newsletter options delivered to your email. Subscribe now to receive a variety of reading recommendations.
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Scholastic Bookflix
Our newest resource pairs fiction and nonfiction eBooks for children (PreK through Grade 3).
Animated classic storybooks introduce early learners to the delights of reading while sparking curiosity, creating a natural springboard into the paired nonfiction text for deeper discovery.
Volusia Reads: Stories!
Our children's librarians pick a storytime theme every week and suggest titles for you to download or checkout.
Select a book cover to make a reservation. Library card number and PIN code required.
Subscribe to our Volusia Reads Stories! newsletter and get these reading suggestions weekly in your inbox.