Digital library

University students have a library database but what about the little kids? Should they have a library database with appropriate books?  Let me know what you think down below in the comment section. 

This week I found a new website called Story Place: The Children's Digital Learning Library https://www.storyplace.org/activity-library.  There are several things that I like about this website. 

For starters, the books can be read either in English or Spanish. The switch of language is very simple, just a quick selection of the language, and the book automatically downloads. 

Another thing that I believe is great for the kids is that the visuals change with what is being read. There is still a switch of the page with a b

ig arrow as an indicator. Within the page, the character and any other visual changes as if it were a GIF but without the repetition. Along with this, there are sound effects. Which will keep the child interested and even try to repeat the audio.  

In the image above the frog hops over the lilypads to add the orange color to the rainbow. Also in this image, the user can hear the waterfall.

These books also come with different activities such as a video clip, printout/ digital activities and suggestions for a new book. 

The suggestions for a new book is a great add on that would benefit parents. With so many books out there today, I think this will facilitate. If the child or parent prefers books about monkeys it will give you the options. The best part of this is that it takes you to a library database.  On this page, parents can see if the book is in the library near them. How helpful is that?  Parents can also find e-books for their kids, which is very beneficial during this pandemic. 

But this website does not end here. 

Covid-19 has been here for a few months and many things have gone viral. We know that kids still need be part of something. This is why I was amazed by this website.  This website provides virtual storytime.  Even though it is not the same as being in the library it is fascinating to know that librarians are still reaching out to read books to them. 

 Once again I leave you with another kid's book. Enjoy.

https://read.bookcreator.com/Win48wdeTSh6QKeXNAIoIZNpU9o1/mAl0RqNjRUqMwCC_NdWhVQ