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Imagine Your Story:
Summer Reading for All Ages
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- Get Started: Register online or try the app!
- Choose your adventure: Create a unique journey through our game board by completing the activity quests found in each box. (Paths do not need to be completed in order). Printable PDF Quest Board.
- Reading: Reading a book can be substituted for any of the suggested quests.
- Prizes: Complete 5 quests and win a prize. Complete 5 more and win again! For each quest you complete you will be entered into a raffle to win the Grand Prize. (All prizes will be awarded after August 15).
- Teens: Teens in Grades 6-12 have extra prize opportunities — complete 15 quests to finish the adventure and get your Explorers T-shirt or continue on and complete 25 quests to receive your special Club 25 Sweatshirt!
- Questions? See the FAQ.
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This Week: Imagine Your Story as a Chef
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Each week our librarians will put together a themed list of activities, crafts, virtual tours, library programs, and reading recommendations for children and families.
Past guides:
Week Three: Engineer
Week Two: Artist
Week One: Fairytale Adventure
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Summer Reading FAQ
How do I sign up?
Visit https://pmlib.org/imagine-your-story/#join to learn how to join. If you need assistance, please call the library at 631-654-4700.
Do I need a library card to participate? If so, how do I get one?
You don’t need a library card to sign up, however we recommend getting one to download books and movies and to use all our databases and streaming services. You can apply for a library card online.
Can out of district residents participate?
The Imagine Your Story summer reading program is open to all Patchogue-Medford district residents. If you are out of district, try contacting your district library for summer reading club information.
What if I don’t have a computer?
You don’t need one! You can either download the ReadSquared app (available on iOS or Android) onto your mobile device to get started as well as log your quests, or call the library at 631-654-4700 for additional help.
Do I need to stay on my path/go in order?
No! You can make this adventure all your own. Just remember to log your quests to earn prizes and raffle tickets.
Can I choose my own path?
Yes you can! Feel free to choose the adventure that suits you best. Make sure to sign up on READsquared or with a librarian for the path you choose.
If I choose to substitute reading for a quest, how much am I required to read?
There is no specified amount -- read for as long or as little as you’d like!
How do I log my quests?
You can log your quests on ReadSquared. If you don’t have access to a device, please call the library at 631-654-4700 and speak with a librarian to log your quests.
How do I log a quest that is not on my path?
You can log your quest by using the “Other Quests” boxes. You will earn points for these quests as well.
How do I earn prizes?
Adults and Fairytale Friends (Children) earn a raffle ticket for each quest completed and a prize after completing their 5th and 10th quests.
Epic Explorers (Teens) earn a raffle ticket for each quest completed and a prize after completing 5, 10, 15, and 25 quests.
Can I complete the path more than once?
You can complete as many quests as you’d like, but only one raffle ticket per logged quest/book will be awarded, regardless of how many times you complete the quest. In addition, prizes can only be earned one time.
When will we get our prizes?
All prizes will be awarded after August 15th.
How will we get our prizes?
The method of awarding prizes is dependent upon the criteria set by NYS due to COVID-19 and will be updated accordingly.
What are the mystery prizes?
We can’t tell you that 🙂
How do I access Libby/ Hoopla/ TumbleBooks/ Kanopy?
Visit https://pmlib.org/downloads/ for links to the websites and apps for these services.
Can I read books from home for the quests?
Yes, you can read books from your home library.