Subscriptions are available to full-time students to support and enhance their learning programs. Please contact your online teacher for more information about subscriptions.
LANGUAGE ARTS: READING
READING EGGS (K-3 Reading/Literacy)
An elementary reading program for students in grades K-3 that uses carefully designed online reading games and activities to support early learning. Activities are easy to follow, self-paced and engaging for students. Parents can download activity sheets that correspond with lessons in the program and they can also access progress reports for their child. The program includes over 2000 online books for kids.
Reading Eggspress: Makes reading real books, improving spelling skills and building reading comprehension highly engaging for kids aged 7 to 13.
Please contact your online teacher about access.
Link: www.readingeggs.com
RAZ PLUS – KIDS A-Z (K-6 Reading/Literacy)
Award winning Raz Plus delivers hundreds of interactive, leveled eBooks at 29 different reading levels suitable for students K – Gr. 7. Students can read on-the-go from their favorite mobile device. New books are added monthly. Choose from a wide variety of topics and genres including graphic novels, poetry, high interest non-fiction books, classic literature, leveled readers, decodable and predictable texts. Second language books are also available. Raz A-Z allows students to listen to stories and then record their own readings of the text for progress assessment. Comprehension quizzes are included for each story. Students earn stars to buy parts and accessories to customize their very own Avatar.
Using the Raz Plus login info will also give you access to Writing A-Z and Science A-Z.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: www.raz-kids.com
HEAR BUILDERS (K-3 Early Reading/Listening)
Hear Builders is an early reading/remedial online program designed for students in grades K-3 to help build listening memory, comprehension, and early reading skills. The program focuses on the following areas: following directions, Phonological Awareness , Auditory Memory, and Sequencing . Students learn through activities and games.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: http://my.hearbuilder.com
LEXIA CORE 5 READING (preK – Gr 5 Reading Support)
Lexia Core5 is an intensive early reading/remedial support program for students in grades preK-5. Lexia supports students to make gains in their reading abilities through game-based activities and focused, personalized learning in the six areas of reading instruction. Students work on their skill gaps and can monitor their progress. Note that the program is designed to be used regularly (3-5 days/week) in order to support learning and improvement.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: https://www.lexialearning.com
LEXIA POWERUP LITERACY (Gr 6+ Reading Support)
PowerUp is a reading support program for students in grade 6 and above that supports students to become proficient and confident readers. PowerUP is for students who are reading below grade level, helping students close gaps in three literacy strands: word study, grammar and reading comprehension. Lexia PowerUp is a great streamlined approach to improving reading for older students. Note that the program is designed to be used regularly (3-5 days/week) in order to support learning and improvement.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: https://www.lexialearning.com
LANGUAGE ARTS: WRITING
WRITING A-Z (K-6+ Writing)
Writing A-Z delivers downloadable resources for writing instruction, as well as a collection of interactive online writing tools that students can use anywhere, anytime.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: www.learninga-z.com
LIBRARY SUBSCRIPTIONS
EBUS DIGITAL LIBRARY (K – 6+)
The EBUS Online Follet Library allows student to check out digital books (including e-books, audio books, picture books and Lightbox series). Our library contains hundreds of books for students in grades K-12 and is continuously growing! Contact your OLT for link and login instructions.
EPIC DIGITAL LIBRARY (K-6+)
Books loved by kids grade 6 and under. Contact your OLT for link and login instructions.
SORA (K-6+)
Reading app by Overdrive. Contact your OLT for link and login instructions.
TUMBLEBOOKS (k-6+)
Interactive online books with lessons, quizzes, and games tied to the books. Story/picture books, chapter books, and more at a variety of levels. Compatible for computer or iPad/tablet access. Link: www.tumblebooklibrary.com
MATH & SCIENCE
MATHSEEDS (K-4)
A math program for primary students in grades K-2 that uses highly interactive and engaging lessons and activities to build problem-solving skills and encourage students through rewards.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: https://mathseeds.com/
MATHLETICS (K-6+)
An online math program which includes instruction, practice, math dictionary, presentations, and printable workbooks to support learning. Mathletics content is supported by interactive tutorials to extend and support learning. Students sharpen their math skills through math games, live Mathletics, and rewards. Students, parents and teachers can track progress and achievement towards learning outcomes.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: https://www.mathletics.com/ca/
LIVE IT EARTH (K-6+)
Canada/BC based live and recorded Science events, activities, STEM challenges, and resources. Individual student account made by OLT upon request. Link: https://app.liveit.earth/login
SCIENCE A-Z (K-6+)
Science A-Z is an online grade leveled elementary science curriculum offered in a customizable collection of downloadable lessons and materials in four scientific domains: life, earth, physical, and process science. Site is able to correlate to BC curriculum standards.
Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: www.learninga-z.com
CLASSROOM READY SCIENCE (3-6+)
Electronically delivered science news magazines. Level 1: Grades 3-5; Level 2:Grades 5-7; Level 3:Grades 8 -10. Monthly issues posted to your OLT’s Brightspace Homeroom.
MYSTERY SCIENCE (K-6+)
Mystery Science links are available from your online teacher. Each mystery offers videos and resources that engage students in scientific concepts and inspire a love of learning. Students are introduced to a ‘mystery question’ and then learn the answers to that question through engaging videos created by educators. Weekly links posted to your OLT’s Brightspace Homeroom.
APPLIED SKILLS
ART & MUSIC
FAME Video Art Lessons (Gr 4+)
FAME is a platform developed by Vancouver Animation School where students can complete art lessons, submit their work to their EBUS teacher, share their work with others and keep an art portfolio throughout their years at EBUS. The video art lessons are created by industry professionals and are of excellent quality – it is a chance for students to learn fundamental to advanced skills in art in a variety of media. Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: www.myfame.org
Ukelele/guitar lessons (Beginner-Advanced)
Students have the chance to learn to play the ukulele or guitar through weekly virtual lessons with a certified instructor. Information is sent to parents by teacher in September and lessons begin by the end of September. This is not a free subscription: students may purchase lessons using their learning support funds. Please contact your OLT about access. Link: https://dmsmusic.education/
SECOND LANGUAGE
MANGO LANGUAGES (Gr K-6+)
A self-paced second language learning program that supports conversational language development through four components: vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and culture. Prepares learners for realistic conversations and strengthens everyday communication skills in over 70 languages. Students can choose from and access all languages from one account. Teachers can track time spent in the program and names of lessons only, so students will need to submit a combination of screenshots, supplementary written work, and audio/video clips to show the range of their learning in this subject. Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: https://mangolanguages.com
ROSETTA STONE (Gr K-4+)
A structured and intensive second language learning program that offers a wide variety of rich content and instant speech feedback to guide pronunciation. Students can only access one language of their choice from their account. Teachers can track some progress, but students will still need to submit a combination of screenshots, supplementary written work, and audio/video clips to show the range of their learning in this subject.
This is not a free subscription: students may purchase a subscription using their learning support funds.
Please contact your OLT about access.
Link: http://www.rosettastone.ca/
CROSS CURRICULAR & CURRENT EVENTS
BRAINPOP! (K-6+ Cross Curricular)
An animated educational site for kids that covers science, health, technology, math, social studies, art, and music. Site has quizzes, activity pages, and school homework help for students in grades K – 12. We offer BRAINPOP, BRAINPOP JR, BRAINPOP Espanol and BRAINPOP Français.
Please contact your online teacher about access.
Link: www.brainpop.com
CANVA (K-6+ Cross Curricular)
An amazing graphic design site where students can create and share posters, infographics, stickers, newspapers, graphic organizers, gifs, and more. Individual student account made by OLT upon request. Link: https://www.canva.com/
KHAN ACADEMY (k-6+)
Khan Academy is a free online resource that allows students to learn anytime, anywhere, with material that is uniquely appropriate for them. Students can explore new topics and strengthen their skills by doing practice problems and tutorials. As students learn, their activity feeds into reports that show important information such as strengths and weaknesses in a particular concept. Students are encouraged to create their own account in Khan Academy in order to save favourites and track progress. Link: https://www.khanacademy.org/
EDHELPER (K-6+ Cross Curricular)
An online resource centre that provides printable worksheets and learning materials, including math, language arts, reading and writing, social studies, science, and much more! Customize worksheets by specific topic/skill, or take advantage of themed cross-curricular units.
Link: https://www.edhelper.com/
ENCHANTED LEARNING (K-6+ Cross Curricular)
Enchanted Learning is an online collection of resources in various subject areas for students in grades K-6.
Link: www.enchantedlearning.com/Home.html
CURRENTS 4 KIDS (K-6+ Current Events)
Current events articles with the option to do quizzes and respond in comments. The Canadian online resource helps students understand and explore current events around the world. Individual student account made by OLT upon request.
Link: www.currents4kids.com
WHAT IN THE WORLD (Gr 5+ Current Events)
Canadian and International current events instructional materials in WORD format complete with teachers guide and answer key. Nine issues posted between September and June.
Publications come in two levels: Level 1: Grades 5, 6, 7 and Level 2: Grades 8, 9, 10 Monthly issues posted to your OLT’s Moodle homeroom.
Link: https://www.lesplan.com/
BUILDING BRIDGES (Gr 4-6+ Aboriginal Education, Current Events)
A Canadian currents event publication that aims to build understanding of current events that impact Indigenous Peoples and all Canadians. Each issue features a news story paired with a background article that explains the related history. Publications come in two levels: Level 1 (gr 4-7) and level 2 ( gr 8-10).
Bi-Monthly issues posted to your OLT’s Brightspace Homeroom.
Link: https://www.lesplan.com/
CANADIAN READER (Gr 3-5 Current Events)
Canadian Reader is a current events resource for students in grades 3 – 5. This publication combines current Canadian events and issues with geography to expand students; knowledge of Canada while enhancing their ability to read and understand informational text. 8 issues delivered electronically between September and June.
Monthly issues posted to your OLT’s Brightspace Homeroom
Link: https://www.lesplan.com/