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Enhancing Student Reading with E-Readers: Insights and Observations from Spring Ridge ES Library

This article reviews the Nook e-reader program implemented at Spring Ridge ES Library. As the school year progressed, the initially long waiting list for Nooks disappeared by March, indicating rising student engagement. The advantages of dedicated e-readers, such as control over content, easy access to popular and higher reading-level books, and enhanced literature circles, are discussed. However, challenges like management, setup time, and accessory expenses are also highlighted. Looking ahead, the integration of Android tablets for diverse content access is on the horizon.

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Enhancing Student Reading with E-Readers: Insights and Observations from Spring Ridge ES Library

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  1. Elementary E-Stuff Collette Adams Jakubowicz Teacher Librarian, Spring Ridge ES Library Department Co-chair Wilson School District, Wyomissing, PA

  2. My Nook LibGuidehttp://bit.ly/XQgjxy

  3. Nooks Ereader Program Update 20 Nook Simple Touch ereaders- 4 sets registered to 4 e-mail addresses

  4. Observations • HUGE waiting list at the beginning of the year (gadget factor) • By March, no waiting list • More student-owned devices are coming to school • “Gadget” factor • Lit circles are SOO much easier!

  5. Pros of Dedicated Ereaders (Nooks/Kindles) • Control over affordable content • Students try-before-you-buy • Can offer more popular books • Can offer higher reading levels on a limited basis • Can offer newer titles for lit circles based on student choice/interest

  6. Cons of Dedicated Ereaders (Nooks/Kindles) • Set up time! • Management! • 4 e-mails, 4 accounts, 4 tracking sheets • BN.com offers other solutions • Nook gift cards as ebook funding • More tracking (online or paper)

  7. Cons of Dedicated Ereaders (Nooks/Kindles) • Accessories expenses

  8. Next Year: Android Tablets!! • Quick access for any web-based tool (what isn’t these days?) • Can load more diverse content • Not locked into one market • More devices on single account?

  9. Ebooks:Elementary Needs • Integrated into Destiny Quest • No separate login needed • No annual subscription fees • Unlimited simultaneous access • Tied closely to curriculum • And it just has to WORK!

  10. What we chose…Your mileage may vary • Capstone Interactive Ebooks • Some Follett shelf public domain • World Book Online databases • More later?

  11. First Steps… • Stay informed on ereader/ebook news & blogs • Talk to teachers about their ereader use • Ask students what they are comfortable using • Invite mobile devices in the library

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