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video3409071606.mp4Watch this tutorial made by Katie Onyschenko (Y7, Parks) about using Sora to read e-books.
Sora is a reading app designed around the modern student reading experience.
On Sora, students and staff can access a large collection of ebooks, magazines and audiobooks for independent, self-directed, or teacher-assigned reading.
It can be used on a laptop through a regular internet browser, or on the app available on all Android and Apple devices.
Read Magazines on Sora!
Read Magazines on Sora!
How to log in?
How to log in?
Upper school students: log in through your Harrow Google account following the steps below.
Watch this tutorial to learn how to log into Sora, or follow the steps outlined below.
Open Sora and click on "Find my school"
4. In the drop down menu, scroll down to Harrow School - UPPER SCHOOL
2. Select "No, I'll search for my school"
5. Click on "Sign in"
3. Type "Harrow" and find "Harrow International school HK"
6. Select your school Google account and... DONE!
More reading choices: Access THOUSANDS of ebooks for FREE via the HK Public Library!
More reading choices: Access THOUSANDS of ebooks for FREE via the HK Public Library!
Watch the tutorial to learn how to connect your Hong Kong Public Library account to Libby (an app similar to Sora which allows you to read ebooks)!
You must be registered with a HK Public Library to enjoy these free ebooks. All Hong Kong residents are eligible for a free library card. If you do not yet have one, follow these steps:
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How to apply for a Hong Kong Public Library card
for Persons under the age of 18
There are two options: In person OR online application.
In person application:
Complete and submit an application form (Form no. LCS4) at any branch of the Hong Kong Public Libraries;
the GUARANTEE section of the application form must also be completed by either the applicant's mother, father or guardian;
the applicant must also produce the following documents for verification:
the original copy of the Hong Kong Identity Card or in its absence, the photocopy of the applicant's birth certificate;
the original or photocopy of the guarantor's Hong Kong Identity Card; and
the proof of residential address issued within the last 3 months (e.g. water/electricity/gas/telephone bill, etc.).
Online application:
Follow the steps outlined HERE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sora?
Sora is an ebook, audiobook and magazine platform offering a wide range of Fiction and Nonfiction titles for all.
Who is it for?
All pupils and staff.
Where is it?
Pupils can access Sora directly on the Sora app that has been pushed to all ipads. Alternatively, you can simply use it on any internet browser.
How does it work?
Sora works just like a lending library: users can borrow up to three books at a time, for 14 days. Each copy can only be borrowed by one pupil at a time (just like physical books). Books automatically get returned after 14 days. They can be renewed once.
Can teachers access Sora?
Teachers do not have individual usernames. Please log in via single sign-on (via your Harrow Google account), the same way Upper school pupils do. Instructions HERE.
I have read most of the books on Sora. Is there any way to get more?
Yes! There are two ways to get more books on Sora:
Request titles directly to the Library team (Ms Besnard, Ms Lam and Mr Nelson) and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Connect Sora to your HK Public Library account for FREE and get access to thousands more ebooks! Instructions on how to do that HERE.
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