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INTERVIEW WITH MEGAN FORBES from TOO COOL FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL

Posted on 6.Jan.22 in Interview

November 5th, 2021 We are so pleased to have had the honor of interviewing Megan Forbes from Too Cool for Middle School.  She’s someone to know on social media, striving to be a role model and influence people to BE something, according to her intro video on YouTube.  Passionate about fashion, social justice, equity in […]

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Get to Know LightSail Quotations

Posted on 28.Dec.21 in Reading at Home Tips

Words are beautiful.  Words are powerful.  Words connect people, convey messages, and spark ideas.  With LightSail’s Quotations feature, your family can save, share, and memorize some of the world’s most memorable words.  And students will love this feature when writing papers that need a little support or extra umph. 1. About LightSail Quotations In LightSail, […]

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Must-Read Series about STEM Trailblazers

Posted on 28.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

Science and technology are constantly evolving. It’s amazing to see how far we’ve come over the last century or two. Many developments are thanks to the work of STEM trailblazers who have devoted their lives to intense research and amazing discoveries. Check out these four biography series that will introduce your kids to some of […]

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4 Ways to Use LightSail’s Memory Module

Posted on 28.Dec.21 in Reading at Home Tips

Kids always have something new to learn in school, so why not give them an extra tool help practice those new bits of information?   Keeping track of those facts and figures is easier with LightSail’s Memory Module on your side. This feature is available in the Fluency section of your LightSail dashboard. As you check […]

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Must-Read Realistic Fiction for Every Age

Posted on 24.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

Realistic fiction books are often set in today’s world. Sometimes, readers find their own lives reflected in the pages of the book. Other times, realistic chapter books introduce kids to new ideas or cultures. At any age, readers will enjoy curling up with a compelling novel that takes place in the real world. 1. Elementary […]

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Science Books for Every Kid

Posted on 23.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

Ah, science. It seems that kids either love this subject or hate it. Whether you have budding Einsteins or kids that dread the science fair, captivating science books may be just what they need.  With informative books, science-loving students can satisfy their curiosity about plants, chemicals, and outer space. As for the ones who struggle […]

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Books to Bring Ancient Worlds to Life

Posted on 23.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

Ancient civilizations existed a long time ago. A really long time ago. Your kids may find it hard to relate to things that happened way, way back when. Fortunately, books hold the power to bring ancient eras to life. Give kids a new outlook on ancient history with these must-read titles. 1. Tales of Power […]

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Electricity Books That Bring Science to Life

Posted on 23.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

Are the electricity chapters in your children’s science textbooks putting them to sleep? It can be hard to get through the nightly homework routine if your kids are bored to tears.  To help electricity studies come alive for your kids, keep them well-stocked with engaging books on the topic. Colorful pictures, kid-friendly text, and surprising […]

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Travel Back in Time with Historical Fiction Books

Posted on 23.Dec.21 in Book Recommendations

History textbooks can make the past seem dry and boring. Encourage your kids to liven up their studies with fictional books set in days gone by. The following historical fiction may bring new life to what your children are learning in the classroom. 1. Wild West: Horse Sense Running around the wild, wild west with […]

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By honing in on a child’s precise Lexile reading score, LightSail can match them with books that are at that “just-right” level to promote optimal reading progress.

And because LightSail contains such a wide-ranging array of content, there is always a vast selection of books for any topic or interest.

What ages/grades is LightSail for?

LightSail’s Premium and Standard subscriptions are designed for children in grades 3 through 12 (ages 8-18).

We also have a World Book Kids subscription for grades 1 through 2 (ages 5-7) and a World Book Early Learners subscription for PreK through K (ages 2-5).

Is LightSail different from an Amazon Kindle or other e-readers?

Unlike static e-readers, LightSail doesn’t just offer children books.

Every book and article in LightSail contains 6 layers of added features that let your child experience books.

By adapting to a child’s precise reading ability, offering them content that is at that “just-right” reading level to promote literacy growth, and providing a fully customizable, rewarding reading experience, LightSail unlocks the magic of reading in ways no physical book or static e-reader can.

What types of parental control do I have over my child’s activity and content?

In short, complete control.

LightSail contains an entire suite of parental control features that govern every aspect of the platform from video viewing, to chats, to what content can be seen and accessed.

Additionally, LightSail’s revolutionary ChildSafe Content Controls lets parents screen and block content according to dozens of nuanced subcategories based on maturity factors, family values, and religious topics.

How can I make reading fun for my child?

LightSail incorporates gamification features into every aspect of the platform, especially reading!

By integrating badges, goals and milestones, social sharing options, motivational messages, and the ability for parents to add customizable gift rewards, LightSail incentivizes reading, writing, and learning just like kids’ favorite games.

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