When you picture a school librarian, you might imagine quiet halls, rows of books, and the occasional “shh!” But for Angela Husband, a Cleveland, OH-area school librarian, the role is so much more. She’s a mentor, a guide, and a connector – helping students discover…
Spring has officially arrived, which means summer break is right around the corner. While summer can be a well-earned pause from the school year, it can also be a critical time to support students’ reading habits. With Sora, your school’s library never has to close…
How can you make award-winning books feel exciting instead of like more required reading? In the second episode of Classroom Book Talk, Nick (aka Mr. Moore from @learnteachmoore) shares tips for introducing Newbery, Caldecott, and Printz favorites in ways that spark curiosity and engagement in…
In today’s classrooms, personalization isn’t optional. It’s essential, with over 7.5 million students in the U.S. - and counting – requiring learning supports to thrive academically. Sora helps schools meet this need by delivering accessible, engaging and customizable reading experiences that empower every learner. See the…
Every March 14, classrooms celebrate Pi Day with circles, puzzles, and plenty of mathematical curiosity. But Pi Day can also be an opportunity to think about something less obvious: the role reading plays in math success. When students struggle with math, especially word problems, the…
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How can you create more inclusive, engaging reading experiences for every student? Let’s hear from another educator to find out! In this very first episode of the Classroom Book Talk podcast, join Andrea (@theliteracyjunky), a former teacher and current school librarian as she shares how…
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist Every February, Black History Month invites us to reflect on and honor the Black voices, stories, and lived experiences that shape our world. One of the most meaningful ways to celebrate both this month and all year long is…
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist Dear teacher, The time is now to send your teen readers on a trip back to the ballrooms of the Regency era, where scandal hides behind refined elegance, one wrong look can start a rumor, a single dance can…
By: Nahomy Ortiz-Garcia, Social Media Specialist With the new Finding Her Edge adaptation hitting screens, now is the perfect time to read or recommend your students similar titles that have the same mix of vibes – from romance, to self-discovery, to some seriously heartfelt drama….
The End of Year Sale is going on now through December 31, making it the perfect time to give your patrons or students the gift of reading. Whether you’re making sure readers have something to listen to during holiday travel or preparing students for holiday…
By: Angela DiBenedetto, Amanda Izuka-Lawman, and Carley Cook Every English Language Arts teacher has encountered one – likely in every single class. In fact, it’s safe to say there’s usually more than one. (And no, we’re not talking about dead dry-erase markers.) We mean the…
The countdown to 2026 is on (we can’t believe it, either) – and so is your chance to refresh your school’s Sora collection at the best prices all year! The End of Year Sale is the perfect opportunity to add top titles and student favorites…