Reading Challenge

Join the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge and engage youth in reading about wildfire prevention, forests, and natural resource careers while they explore their local environment.

This challenge can be run through a printable challenge paper log (see Library Toolkit).

Who: Challenge is geared for ages 4 to 10, but all ages are welcome.

How: Access the digital toolkit for libraries which contains everything needed to promote and implement the challenge, including:

• Printable challenge paper log, posters, bookmarks, sticker/button templates, completion certificates, coloring sheets, “Pin the Hat on Smokey” game, Smokey’s Reading List, and printable prizes.
• Graphics and images for online platforms, social media, monitors, and websites.

Free incentive items can be ordered through the Natural Inquirer. Suggested items include:

• Fire Career Cards
• Bee a Fire Scientist Coloring Book
• Advanced Fire Scientist Coloring Book

Not a public library? We welcome your participation through the digital toolkit.

Join Smokey in learning about wildfire prevention and the environment. Read books, take action, and have fun! And remember…only you can prevent wildfires.

Who: Challenge is geared for parents of children, ages 4 to 10, but all ages are welcome. 
How to Participate: Ask your local librarian or get started by downloading the printable challenge log.
Have Fun: Read books about wildfire and the environment, take action, receive prizes, and help Smokey! When you complete the challenge, visit the Individual Toolkit for a completion certificate, poster, bookmarks, coloring pages, and other printable games and prizes.