Beyond print collections, we represent a curated selection of digital platforms and databases built for Pennsylvania classrooms — matched to your students’ reading levels, grade bands and curriculum standards. Every resource below integrates with your existing library management system.
Giving New Meaning to "Interactive eBooks"
Lightbox Learning turns books into interactive eBooks and databases for elementary through high school, with separate subscriptions for different ages and subjects. Every title is narrated by a real person, with video, activities, and quizzes built right into the pages. One link opens everything, and multiple kids can read the same book at the same time at school, at the library, or at home.
Everything K–2 Classrooms Need, In One Place
Curriculum-aligned articles, videos, activities, quizzes, and bilingual (English & Spanish) content — everything K–2 classrooms need in one affordable subscription.
A digital learning platform designed for K-8 students that uses current events and nonfiction articles to build reading, literacy, and content knowledge across subjects.
News-O-Matic is an educational news and literacy platform that helps teachers incorporate high-interest nonfiction and current events into classroom instruction while supporting diverse reading levels, accessibility needs, and curriculum standards.
Why News-O-Matic?
The Ultimate Digital Resource Management Tool for PA School Libraries & Classrooms
Symbaloo is your personal homepage and bookmark manager, making it easy to search, organize, and share your favorite websites, tools, articles, and documents—your all-in-one bookmarker!
A comprehensive research database for young learners zooming into their favorite content.
AbdoZoom is ABDO’s digital database platform giving students access to nonfiction content across a wide range of subjects and reading levels. From early elementary through high school, AbdoZoom delivers curriculum-correlated content that engages students at their individual reading level while supporting independent research and classroom learning. It integrates with leading library management systems including Destiny, Mackin, Schoology, and Canvas.
Corey can help you identify the best digital tools based on your grade levels, curriculum needs, budget, and STEM program goals. Most resources offer free trials — ask Corey to set one up for you.
