Reading

C-Pen Reader is a portable reading aid that reads scanned text aloud, or via headphones, in real time. It has an internal memory to save scanned text, audio recordings, and MP3 files.  The pen also includes multiple built-in dictionaries (including the Oxford American Dictionary) to support comprehension.  

The Issaquah School District has a limited number of pens available to check out through our assistive technology lending library.  Complete the AT Request Form or contact AssistiveTech@issaquah.wednet.edu to request a trial.

Learning Ally is an audiobook solution that provides students who struggle to read, due to a reading deficit, equitable access to all the books they need to and want to read, including curriculum-aligned textbooks and literature, popular fiction, and more. With an extensive library of human-read audiobooks and a suite of educator tools and resources, Learning Ally helps struggling readers become engaged, independent learners. Eligibility for Learning Ally can be provided by a teacher or school professional. If you feel your child may be eligible for Learning Ally, please contact your child's English Language Arts or Classroom teacher.   More information can be found at the district resource page for Learning Ally.

The Sora student reading app provides a reading experience that allows K-12 students to borrow ebooks and audiobooks from their school’s digital library collection. Available on smartphones, tablets and desktops, students can read for pleasure and complete assigned reading anytime, anywhere.  Students can access the Sora app through their Clever (K-5) or Classlink (6-12) accounts.