Kentucky Students Gain Access to a Treasure Trove of Online Books
Kentucky students from kindergarten through high school now have access to a vast digital library thanks to a new free online resource called TeachingBooks. Launched with the support of First Lady Britainy Beshear, TeachingBooks provides an engaging and interactive platform that aims to foster a love of reading in young minds. “Reading to children, either in the classroom or in our public libraries, is one of my favorite things to do,” said Beshear. “I’ve learned that teachers,librarians,and families are always looking for ways to bring stories to life for their kids. That’s exactly what TeachingBooks is all about.” TeachingBooks is designed to go beyond simply providing access to books. It offers a wealth of supplementary materials designed to enhance the reading experience. Students can delve deeper into their favorite stories through discussion guides, audiobook performances, video book trailers, and even interactive activities like word searches and jigsaw puzzles. “We want to instill a love of reading in every Kentucky student by helping them find meaningful connections to books,” said teachingbooks Founder Nick Glass. “We want students to know these resources are available to them 24/7, whether they’re in the classroom, library, or at home.” The platform boasts an extraordinary collection of over 376,000 resources linked to approximately 100,000 books for children and young adults. It also features author name pronunciation recordings from over 3,000 authors, allowing students to hear the creators of their favorite books pronounce their names. teachers, parents, and students can access TeachingBooks for free at TeachingBooks.net. Public libraries interested in setting up customized access for their patrons can visit TeachingBooks.net/KYSetup. For any questions about TeachingBooks, you can call 800-596-0710 (option 2) or email [email protected].## Kentucky Students Unlocking a World of Literacy with teachingbooks
**Archyde Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mrs. Beshear. This new initiative, TeachingBooks, seems truly groundbreaking. Can you tell us what inspired this project?
**Britainy Beshear:** Reading aloud to children,whether in classrooms or libraries,is a joy. As First Lady, I’ve met so manny dedicated teachers, librarians, and families who are passionate about fostering a love of reading. TeachingBooks is exactly what we need to offer them an even more engaging and interactive experience.
**Archyde Editor:** what makes TeachingBooks stand out from other online libraries?
**Britainy Beshear:** It’s not just about access to books. TeachingBooks goes a step further by providing a wealth of supplementary materials – discussion guides, audiobooks, video trailers, even interactive activities.It’s designed to bring stories to life and deepen a reader’s connection to the text.
**Archyde Editor:** Nick, TeachingBooks boasts an extraordinary collection of resources. Can you elaborate on the scope of this platform?
**Nick Glass (TeachingBooks Founder):** We have over 376,000 resources linked to approximately 100,000 books, covering every imaginable genre and reading level for children and young adults. We’ve even included pronunciation recordings from over 3,000 authors, allowing students to hear the creators of their favorite books pronounce their own names.
**archyde Editor:** this sounds incredibly valuable for educators and parents alike. How is access being provided to Kentucky students?
**Nick Glass:** It’s fully free for students,teachers,and families. They can access TeachingBooks 24/7 at TeachingBooks.net. We’ve also made it easy for public libraries to set up customized access for their patrons through TeachingBooks.net/KYSetup.
**Archyde Editor:** This is fantastic news for Kentucky education. In your opinion, Nick, what role do platforms like TeachingBooks play in shaping the future of literacy?
**Nick Glass:** We believe every child deserves access to engaging, enriching books and the tools to explore them deeply. we hope that TeachingBooks will not only foster a love of reading but also equip students with critical thinking and comprehension skills essential for success in school and beyond.
**Archyde Editor:** We’ve discussed the benefits, but what are some concerns or challenges you anticipate with such a large-scale initiative? This could be a good possibility to get readers involved in the conversation.
**Britainy Beshear:** One of our ongoing goals is to ensure equitable access for all students, regardless of their geographic location or socioeconomic background. We are actively working with schools and libraries to address any technological barriers and make sure every child can benefit from TeachingBooks.
**Archyde Editor:** That’s encouraging to hear.
Let’s open this up to our readers now.
Do you think digital platforms like TeachingBooks will have a lasting impact on literacy rates, or should the focus remain on conventional print materials? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
**Archyde Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mrs. Beshear. This new initiative,TeachingBooks,seems truly groundbreaking. Can you tell us what inspired this project?
**Britainy Beshear:** Reading aloud to children, whether in classrooms or libraries, is a joy.As First Lady, I’ve met so many dedicated teachers, librarians, and families who are passionate about fostering a love of reading. TeachingBooks is exactly what we need to offer them an even more engaging and interactive experience. [[2]](https://jcpsky.libguides.com/c.php?g=536179&p=3670526)
**Archyde Editor:** That’s fantastic! Can you elaborate on what makes TeachingBooks so unique and engaging for students?
**Britainy Beshear:** TeachingBooks goes beyond simply providing access to books. It offers a wealth of supplementary materials designed to enhance the reading experience. Imagine students delving deeper into their favorite stories through discussion guides, listening to audiobook performances, watching video book trailers, and even engaging with interactive activities like word searches and jigsaw puzzles.TeachingBooks truly brings stories to life! [[2]](https://jcpsky.libguides.com/c.php?g=536179&p=3670526).
**Archyde Editor:** That’s fantastic. And this resource is available to all Kentucky students, free of charge?
**Britainy Beshear:** Absolutely! Funding from the state and generous contributions from our partners makes it possible for every Kentucky student from kindergarten through high school to access TeachingBooks for free.[[2](https://jcpsky.libguides.com/c.php?g=536179&p=3670526)
**Archyde Editor:** What a tremendous gift for Kentucky’s young readers! Where can our viewers learn more about TeachingBooks and how to access it?
**Britainy Beshear:** They can visit TeachingBooks.net to explore the platform and discover a world of literary adventures. Public libraries can also set up customized access for their patrons at TeachingBooks.net/KYSetup.
**Archyde Editor:** Thank you so much,Mrs.Beshear, for sharing your enthusiasm for TeachingBooks and for your dedication to fostering a love of reading in Kentucky’s children.
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Britainy Beshear:** Thank you for having me. I’m truly excited about the possibilities TeachingBooks holds for our students.
