Student Library
The Reading Grove digital library and e-reader promotes literacy by providing students with teacher-supported reading practice, a growing library of books, and custom recommendations based on their interests and reading level. They can expand their knowledge by exploring eight thematic treehouses including: Top Picks, Our World, Wacky, Ancient, Science, Fantasy, Adventure, and Nature. Each student's curiosity and interests can lead the way to new books and fascinating discoveries.
Book Selection
Students are provided with a wide variety of books choices that either meet their reading level or offer a reasonable challenge. They may choose to explore the Science Treehouse where all of the books will be science-related.
When students log in, they are greeted with three custom book recommendations, which include any books they have in progress.
A preview window will show a summary of the book so that students can make an informed decision about what they want to read. They can also see if the book was recommended by their teacher.
Reading Experience
The e-reader offers students a comfortable reading experience and clear navigation system. In "My Books" (top right) students can access their in-progress, saved, and completed book collections. At the end of each book, they are prompted to rate their reading experience to provide helpful information to their teacher and help customize future book recommendations.
Teacher Experience
Teachers have access to a robust classroom management tool that allows them to assign individual or group book recommendations. The system helps teachers provide their students with more targeted reading opportunities, engaging books, and meaningful supports.
Teachers can track each student's cumulative reading progress, book list, Lexile level, and ratings.
Teachers can also track specific data related to each book the student reads.
MY ROLE
In my role as Art Director, my responsibilities were to:
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Lead the user experience, visual design, and iterative development
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Help to define the product goals and features
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Art direct the illustrations and visual design
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Plan and facilitate user testing sessions
CREDITS: Robert Del Principe (Vice President, Design). Todd Rawson (Creative Director), Amplify CKLA Team including Annah Kessler, Regan De La Rosa (Designers), Tim Chi Ly (Illustrator).