This is part of a sponsored collaboration ̊with the PreK12 Plaza. However, all opinions expressed are my own. #eBookPlaza #PlazaBilingue

Strengthening Reading Skills with the eBook Plaza App

Reading is so important in my family. Since we don’t own a tv, reading is something that my children spend the most of their time doing. It wasn’t always something that cam easily though. BabyCake struggled with reading through Kindergarten and wasn’t as confident with pronouncing words. Now she’s reading full chapter books! Sometimes in homeschool I will take a hands off approach when I notice my tactics may be putting too much pressure on my children. I will happily use supplements like the eBook Plaza App. 

The eBook Plaza App by PreK12Plaza gives children access to hundreds of eBooks available in both English and Spanish in six different reading levels. I remember growing up, I was apart of a young authors program where we wrote and illustrated our own books. It was so much fun to me as a first grader, and I wish I still had those books today! With the eBook Plaza App, children have the opportunity to create their very own eBook using their own voices and images. The app is available for free to download on iTunes, Google Play, and in the Amazon Marketplace. My kids have enjoyed the app and now it’s being used as a regular educational supplement in our home. They love the stories and even enjoy making their own eBooks. 

The app is easy to navigate and user friendly. It’s perfect to take reading on the go, and great for long road trips like the one my family is taking in a few weeks to Chicago. Each reading level is grouped by grade for easy access. The eBook Plaza app aligns with state standards for reading, speaking, and listening. Studies have shown that eBooks and blended learning improve phonetic and print-concept awareness, assists in the development of literacy skills, increases student engagement on all levels, drives parental engagement, and increases independent learning skills. 

Join me Tuesday November 15, 2016 at 8:30pm for a fun Bilingual eBook Plaza App Twitter Party with @PreK12Plaza! Follow the hashtags #eBookPlaza #PlazaBilingue

Beginning right now through November 27, 2016 if you download the eBook Plaza App and have your child create and submit their eBook, you will be entered to win one of four $50 Amazon gift cards! **The winner(s) will be announced on Wednesday, November 27.

Download the new eBook Plaza App for your children in both English and Spanish to assist in strengthening their reading skills. We’ve enjoyed utilizing both PreK12Plaza online and the eBook Plaza App in our homeschool and as a supplement for learning! To learn more about PreK12Plaza and the eBook Plaza App, be sure to visit them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. 

Ashley