Read, explore, and earn rewards with the IdahoPTV Reading Marathon!
IdahoPTV challenges kids in kindergarten through 6th grade to read 20 minutes a day in the month of March, for a total of 600 minutes! A printable log is provided to help track the daily progress, and once the challenge is complete, they will earn their very own Adventure Pass.
The Adventure Pass is a digital coupon book filled with fun activities located all around the Gem State. Families can print and use the Pass to explore Idaho while celebrating reading success!
How to Enter
Joining the Reading Marathon is easy—and fun! Just follow these steps:
Make a Plan
Create time to devote to reading each day in March. Stock up on library books, craft a reading nook, or whatever gets your kids excited to begin their marathon.
Encourage Daily Reading
Support children as they read throughout the program. All types of reading count, including independent reading, read-alouds, audiobooks, and graphic novels.
Help Track Reading Progress
Assist children in recording their reading using a reading log. Reading is tracked by minutes read, not by amount of books.
Confirm the Reading Goal is Met
Check that the required reading goal has been completed within the program dates before submitting the log.
Submit the Reading Log
Submit the completed reading log by the posted deadline, either online or through your school or organization, as instructed.
Celebrate Participation
All children who complete the Reading Marathon will receive an email with their Adventure Pass in mid-April.
Who is eligible to participate in the Reading Marathon? The Reading Marathon is open to kids in kindergarten - 6th grade. What is the best way to track my child’s reading minutes? You can use the downloadable reading log on Idaho Public Television’s website. You can also track your minutes on a calendar your family already uses (paper or digital). Can participants join after the start date? The best time to start the reading marathon is March 1 but it is never too late to start reading! What is the deadline for submitting the reading confirmation form? Reading logs must be submitted at this link from April 1 - April 15, 2026. Are there reading suggestions or book lists provided? Check out this link from PBS for book suggestions or ask your school or public librarian. |
Are there any rules about what kinds of reading count toward the goal? Do graphic novels, audiobooks or comics count? Yes! All types of reading are encouraged. Is rereading a book allowed? Yes. This is a great opportunity to read a new book (pick one up at your local library) or reread a favorite. If my child is involved in other reading contests, can I count those reading minutes here too? Yes! Can more than one child in the same family participate and earn prizes? Yes, any child in kindergarten - 6th grade can participate. How do I submit proof that my child completed the required reading? Beginning on April 1 you will be able to fill out a form on Idaho Public Television’s website to confirm your child’s reading. |
What's an Adventure Pass? IdahoPTV's Adventure Pass is a booklet that includes tickets and coupons to your favorite museums, zoos, and activities all across Idaho. Do the coupons in the Adventure Pass apply to a group? Adults and other family members who do not have an Adventure Pass will pay regular admission prices unless otherwise noted. |
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