I have recently discovered an incredible resource for ebooks called Epic! Epic! is a website and also can be downloaded as an app. The site calls itself the "Netflix for children's books" and is filled with thousands of primary and intermediate books in all genres. The ebooks are current and of high interest to children. I have already seen available many of the new books I have recently purchased for our library!
What's even more incredible, though, is that the site is free for educators to use. Because of this, starting next week I will be showing students how to use the site when they visit me in the library media center. I have created a school account to make the sign-in process easy for everyone. I will also be modeling the site for our teachers at the next staff meeting. While the service is free for educators, Epic! asks parents to subscribe to the service for $4.99 a month - still an excellent value.
Encouraging reading for pleasure is one of the most important things we can do for our children's long-term success in school. I believe the use of this tool will make the job a lot easier for us all. Find out for yourself though. After your child's visit to the library next week, please maker sure to ask them about their experience with Epic!. I can barely wait to show them all the fun!
