In2Books: Epals.

www.ln2Books.com

Online program, $3,000/introductory, plus 5 cycles

This online literacy program was designed to enhance academic achievement by pairing students with an adult pen pal and introducing them to selected books that lead to authentic reading, writing and thinking opportunities. Students choose and read high-quality books in multiple genres, including realistic fiction, social studies, biography, folktales and science, then engage in conversations about the books and related subjects with their pen pals through the company's safe and protected e-mail system.

Teachers also have access to online professional development, practical teacher-tested instructional activities and more.

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