EPIC! is Definitely Epic!
If you are looking for a reading
website that you can use for classroom instruction and assessment, EPIC! is a
great website to explore. The site is meant to allow student access to a
library of electronic books and teacher access to individual reading progress. At
first glance, EPIC!’s bright and engaging layout gives visitors a visually
appealing experience. Its simple layout makes it very easy to navigate and
explore the variety of children’s books available for use. In addition, it is
absolutely free for educators and librarians!
EPIC! includes fiction and
nonfiction books geared toward pre-kindergarten – middle school students. Most
books are read-alone, but there are also read-aloud books that can help support
fluency and accuracy. The great thing about the books is that you can choose
the books based on grade level, reading level, and subject area. Many of the
books include a comprehension quiz that students can complete after reading the
book. Educators have the option to create new quizzes for books too. Along with
books to read, students can also watch video content that supports learning.
Audiobooks are available for listening as well.
The most favorite thing I love about
EPIC! is that you can add students to your teacher account and assign any of
the resources available to specific students or classroom. I have been using
EPIC! consistently this school year and my students and I love what it offers
in terms of reading engagement and learning. As a supplement to classroom
instruction, I often assign a book that aligns to student learning. We have
discussions about what new things they have learned, and then I include
supporting activities. I can also view quiz scores to monitor comprehension
skills. Teachers can enable home access for students so parents can get
involved with their children’s reading progress.
There are so many different ways you
can use EPIC! in your classroom. You can conduct classroom read-alouds.
Research projects can be initiated using nonfiction titles on the website.
Students can create their own favorite books and share the reasons for their
choices. Writing activities can be initiated based on the books they read, such
as book reviews and summaries. Plus, you can conduct experiments using STEM
ideas from the books. These are just a few of the many other activities using
the website that can support literacy learning.
I definitely recommend using EPIC!
either as a parent or educator to build reading interest and literacy skills.
The books are engaging and informational, giving readers a valuable learning
experience. EPIC! is indeed epic!
Watch the introductory video!
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