A virtual conversation: 4 creative ways to use Sora’s shelf talkers in the classroom
By: Sydney Kalnay, Training Manager Shelf talkers are a way for educators to leave a virtual note on a title so students can see them when they’re browsing in Sora. What we love about shelf talkers is the way they can spark interest in—or even…
Young Adult holiday romances that will make you say “I love you snow much”
By Jane Whitehurst, Digital Content Librarian There is something inherently magical about the days between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day, even when the weather here in Cleveland is dark and depressing. Thinking about this season makes me envision candles softly glowing, frost on the windows, a…
“Their” book, not “the” book: Meet the IL educator using digital to bring student choice into curriculum [Sora Spotlight]
By: Kristen Hein, Account Manager Each Sora Spotlight profile showcases educators who’ve become Sora champions at their school, impressing us with their innovative strategies to implement the platform and engage students. We’ve asked them to share their stories so that we can all be inspired…
The ultimate guide to the best books of 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of year! Not the holidays (although that is also enjoyable), no, I am talking about when publications and websites put out their Best Books of 2023 lists! Whether you are looking to fill holds on these popular titles, fill gaps…
Ring in the new year with our free marketing kits for January
Personally, I’m someone who prefers to spend her New Years Eve at home. In the past that has meant ordering takeout and watching the boxset of a beloved television show I had received as a Christmas present or curling up with a good book checked…
Sora in the Classroom: Using digital books for science curriculum
By: Amanda Izuka-Lawman, Product Support Specialist In this recurring Sora in the Classroom series, we discuss lesson ideas that leverage the Sora digital reading platform to support your state and district technology and curriculum requirements across all subject areas. So far, you’ve learned how Sora…
Coming soon to Sora: “Ranger Rick” & “National Wildlife” magazines
If you missed our key tips for magazines dos and don’ts last month, then you might want to brush up, because we have some exciting news: The award-winning Ranger Rick and National Wildlife magazines are coming soon! If you haven’t yet added digital magazines to…
Unveiling the books of each genre that readers couldn’t put down in 2023
As digital book lending continues to flourish, public libraries remain an essential resource for free reading materials through the Libby app. Since 2021, North American Public Libraries have seen a 55 percent increase in ebook and audiobook checkouts! Audiobooks experienced a significant growth in circulation…
December K-12 Resource Center round-up: A holiday reading challenge, tips for your best break yet & more
‘Twas the month before break, and all through the class, every student was yearning for time to pass fast! We’re right at the point in the calendar year when I can remember how my attention slipped away from my school books and toward that elusive,…
End of Year Sale Spotlight: Liked This Book? Read This Next!
Keeping up with patron demand is always one of your highest priorities – and biggest challenges. Our End of Year Sale is a great time to maximize your collection development dollars and serve more readers for less, including on incredibly popular books like Fourth Wing…