Octavo

21/11/2023

is a great tool to get children to engage with different texts. This is why interactive digital books have been particularly popular in educational materials, children’s books, and non-fiction genres.

Learn more about Octavo's interactive features on our blog 👇

Developing a love for reading is one of the most exciting parts of a child’s educational development, which opens them up to a new world of literary possibilities. From getting immersed in fantastic fictional stories to learning about the ways of the world with interesting non-fiction books, there...

26/10/2023

Spooky season is back 🎃 Get into the Halloween spirit this weekend with one of these scary oBooks for kids!

https://octavo.blog/2021/10/4-spooky-books-for-kids-to-read-this-halloween

Up until a few years ago, Halloween would come and go without a trace. But as October rolls around, the signs become clearer every year: pumpkins, witches’ hats and skeleton costumes seem to appear around every corner, and children’s schools may even join the fun by decorating classrooms with gh...

24/10/2023

Struggling to make time to read? Try these 5 tips to make reading a priority during your day 👇

21/10/2023

"Tliet irġiel nobbli jilagħbu l-logħob tal-azzard f’razzett fil-Wardija. Majsi s-sid u ibnu Frenċ jisimgħu ħoss. Joħorġu jfittxu fid-dlam u t-tifel jisfa ferut. Issir tfittxija sew mill-irġiel kollha. Għalxejn. Meta jitlef il-flus kollha, il-Konti d’Alarcon joħroġ dokument biex jilgħab lil ibnu ta’ sentejn. Min daħal fir-razzett jitfa’ pala tal-bajtar lejhom. Jolqot lil wieħed u fil-konfużjoni jintefa d-dawl tax-xemgħa. Meta kollox jikkwieta, jinstab li l-aggressur serqilhom il-flus u d-dokument minn fuq il-mejda u l-kartiera tal-Balliju de Leon..."

Aqra ‘Il-Misterji tal-Wardija 1: Leonilda’ fuq Octavo 👇

https://octavo.app/en/store/obooks/il-misterji-tal-wardija-1-leonilda

20/10/2023

Weekend plans?

A good book, coffee and quality time! Browse oBooks for adults on Octovo 👉 https://octavo.app/en/store

18/10/2023

Il-programm Sensiela Fanali jipprovdi l-pedament neċessarju sabiex it-tfal jitgħallmu jaqraw b’mod sistematiku u gradat. Dan il-programm jimxi fuq il-metodoloġija tal-phonics u jippermetti lit-tfal jitgħallmu jiddeċifraw il-kitba separatament mill-fehim.

Tista' taqra l-kollezzjoni sħiħa fuq Octavo 👇
https://octavo.app/en/store/collections/a7a99066-6838-45f6-8c1e-e89614f51884

17/10/2023

Keeping the Maltese language alive through digital books 🇲🇹

As the first reading platform to carry the Maltese language font, we believe that reading in Maltese is important for many reasons including:

- Embracing our local culture
- Supporting local authors
- Fostering a sense of pride in our language
- Learning about our history and literary traditions

Do you read books in Maltese? Find a whole library of digital Maltese books for all ages on Octavo!

www.octavo.app

12/10/2023

Now that we've settled into the new scholastic year, why not try some fun new activities to help children develop a new love for reading?

Here are 5 ways to get creative with reading activities in the classroom 👇

https://octavo.blog/2022/02/5-creative-ways-to-use-octavo-in-the-classroom

We all know that reading is one of the most rewarding exercises that children can engage in, but how can teachers make even the most stubborn readers find joy in their books? It all begins in the classroom: If a student enjoys reading in class when it's combined with a series of fun activities, it.....

29/08/2023

Readers – share your tips 📱 What are your favourite digital books that you’ve read and recommend?

From Maltese literature, to non-fiction – we’d love to know what you’re reading.

Browse Octavo’s library of digital oBooks here 👉 https://octavo.app/en/store

22/08/2023

Take a look around! What do you spy?

In this fun, colourful series, young readers will discover wonderful things in different settings. The expertly crafted text uses a repetitive sentence pattern along with strong visual cues to support early readers as they build their reading skills and confidence. Each oBook features repetitive and predictable text and incorporates high-frequency and familiar sight words.

Learn to read with this engaging series from Bearport Publishing, available on Octavo 👇

https://octavo.app/store/collections/1b60f5f5-daa6-4066-a3fe-c03b30b33b3a

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18/08/2023

“Dun Krispin kellu kanarin li kien iħobbu daqs l-aqwa ħabib. Jum fost l-oħrajn, Skipper waqa’ fil-muta u ma saffarx iżjed…”

Tista taqra ‘Il-Kanarin ta’ Dun Krispin’ b’xejn fuq Octavo 👉
https://octavo.app/en/store/obooks/il-kanarin-ta-dun-krispin

17/08/2023

Trying to get your child to read more over the summer? ☀️

It's never too late to get started! Here are a few reasons why reading is one of the best activities to enjoy during the holidays:
https://octavo.blog/2023/07/summer-reading-why-children-can-benefit-from-reading-over-the-holidays

Summers in Malta are long, and there’s plenty of time to plan fun activities that give children and parents a well-deserved break. The summer holidays are a time for rest, recreation, and adventure, but it's also an excellent opportunity for parents and caregivers to encourage one of the most enri...