Here’s a curated list of websites offering free audiobooks that are perfect for middle school students, along with how each one supports learning and engagement:
Offers thousands of public domain audiobooks read by volunteers.
Great for classic literature like Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Helps students explore timeless stories while improving listening and comprehension skills.
A free collection of stories and poems in audiobook format, often paired with printable PDFs.
Ideal for read-alongs and classroom use.
Supports vocabulary development and fluency through multimodal learning.
Created by siblings with dyslexia and ADHD, this site features audiobooks read by kids for kids.
Includes chapter-by-chapter videos of classics like Peter Pan and Treasure Island.
Builds confidence and relatability for struggling readers.
Offers hundreds of free audiobooks in multiple formats and languages.
Easy to navigate and includes titles like Winnie the Pooh and Aesop’s Fables.
Encourages independent exploration and multilingual learning.
A massive library of accessible audiobooks and ebooks for students with qualifying disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, visual impairments).
Includes textbooks, leisure reads, and STEM materials.
Customizable reading experience with text highlighting, dyslexic fonts, and more.
Free for eligible U.S. students.
Sora App via Your Local Library (via OverDrive)
Gwinnett County Public Library offers free access to audiobooks and ebooks through the Sora App via your school Google Workspace for Education account or your mobile device.
Students can borrow popular titles and listen on their devices. Click the picture above for instructions.
Sora App promotes reading for pleasure and supports curriculum needs.