eBooks, Audiobooks & Podcasts
eBooks & Audiobooks:
- Remember to check out your public library--most use apps like OverDrive, Libby & Hoopla to provide access to eBooks & audiobooks
- Our school library has access to some eBooks & audiobooks. Log in to your account on Destiny Discover (link HERE) for access.
If you're currently on hold for an audiobook at your library, listen to a podcast while you wait! Below I've listed a few podcasts that can be found online or you can download them from an app on your phone or tablet. Some podcasts are fictional in nature and others informational. Enjoy!
Podcasts:
The Mayan Crystal by Gen-Z Media
In this podcast you'll follow an 11-year-old Belizean girl, Aurela, on an exciting adventure. When an evil spirit is unleashed and threatens to do harm to her community, she must embrace her role as a crystal keeper to help save her village. Click HERE or on The Mayan Crystal icon above to access all the episodes directly from the podcast's website.
Six Minutes by Gen-Z Media
A podcast drama follows 11-year-old Holiday after she is pulled from Alaskan waters. She has no memory of who she is or her past. Soon she begins to exhibit incredible capabilities and sets out to discover who she really is. Make sure you start out on Season 1, Episode 1 titled "Six Minutes Begins." Click HERE to listen to the podcast trailer, or click on the Six Minutes icon above to access all the episodes directly from the podcast's website.
The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel by Gen-Z Media
A podcast mystery that follows 11-year-old Mars Patel & his friends as they set out on a mission to rescue two missing classmates. The explanation on Apple podcasts says it's like The Goonies meets Stranger Things! Click HERE to listen to the podcast trailer, or click on the Mars Patel icon above for access to all the episodes directly from the podcast's website.
Eleanor Amplified by WHYY
A podcast adventure series that follows Eleanor, a radio reporter, who outsmarts evil villains in her search for the truth. Click HERE to listen to the podcast trailer, or click on the icon above to access all the episodes from the podcast's website.
Peace Out by Bedtime FM
This podcast uses short stories to help with mindfulness and self-regulation. For example, in one episode the storyteller has the listener visualize themselves scuba diving in the ocean, pretending to be certain sea creatures and participating in some deep breathing to help relax. Click HERE to listen, or click on the icon above.
The Past & The Curious podcast was created by Mick Sullivan and it explores different historical events, inventions and people. The podcast is humorous and highly entertaining--a great way to learn AND have fun. Click HERE or on the icon above for access to episodes.
Greeking Out by National Geographic Kids is a podcast that retells popular Greek myths. If you are a fan of the Percy Jackson series (or just mythology in general!) this would be a really fun podcast for you to check out. Click HERE or on the icon above for access to episodes.