Reading Motivation Index

The first and only product designed to measure reading motivation and turn insight into meaningful action.

Based on Research from the National Reading Research Center

The Reading Motivation Index (RMI) evaluates key intrinsic and extrinsic motivation factors that influence reading behaviors, helping educators better support students.

The Guardian

You protect your reading time because you believe it is important to read.

The Fan

You are the biggest fan of books and like to read for fun.

The Lion

You have the confidence of a lion and believe that you are a great reader.

Flexible Options for Every Setting

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For Schools and Districts

A fully integrated experience within Beanstack.

  • Administered directly within Beanstack
  • Reporting at the student, classroom, and grade levels
  • Connects motivation data with reading activity for deeper insights

 

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Why Motivation Matters

Research confirms that reading motivation plays a critical role in reading frequency, stamina, and academic performance. When students are motivated to read, they read more — and when they read more, they do better.

The RMI not only measures what motivates students to read, it gives educators actionable insights based on individual student motivations.

Educators gain easy access to reporting and low-lift recommendations, developed by our team of former teachers and librarians, to motivate students and strengthen reading habits.

Students experience the RMI as a fun, personality-style questionnaire rather than an assessment. They discover their reader identity — like The Lion, The Climber, or The Detective — and connect with reading experiences that feel personal and motivating.

How It Works

Getting started with the Reading Motivation Index is simple.

Share a quick survey

Students complete a short, engaging questionnaire.

See motivation in motion

Reports reveal motivation trends and highlight opportunities for support.

Support meaningful growth

Use insights and recommendations to support student growth and engagement.

Turn Insight Into Action

RMI doesn't just measure motivation. It guides you in motivating your readers more effectively.

  • Identify opportunities to increase reading frequency and stamina

  • Track changes in motivation over time

  • Support student choice with targeted strategies

  • Respond to student needs with confidence, not guesswork

Part of a Complete Reading Ecosystem

The Reading Motivation Index is part of the Joyful Reading Company ecosystem, alongside Beanstack and Comics Plus, designed to support every aspect of a student's reading journey.

Beanstack, Reading Motivation Index, and Comics Plus working together in one reading ecosystem