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read-alouds
teaching just got a whole lot more fun and easier, too!
As you read aloud, Novel Effect adds music, sounds, and character voices that bring the story–and your classroom–to life.
No prep. No extra work. More joy.
Join the thousands of educators and librarians seamlessly integrating Novel Effect into literacy blocks that rock and creating an engaged classroom of happy readers.
Add your own plot twist with a soundscape
We’ll strike up the band as the fun unfolds
Lead the story
You’re the heart of every read aloud. We’ll follow your lead with a layer of modern magic.
Open Novel Effect, find your book, press play, and make reading the best part of the school day.
Light a spark
Every gasp, giggle, and wide-eyed “whoa!” pulls students deeper into the story, and into learning.
No one reads the room like you do. With Novel Effect, read-alouds are focused, fun, and full of connection.
Layer in depth
While you set the foundation, soundscapes helps readers visualize, comprehend, and retain.
See big literacy gains, stronger comprehension, richer vocabulary, and real, repeatable results.
Books you're already reading
Encourage reading in new, motivating ways with books in your curriculum and on your classroom bookshelf. Novel Effect’s kid-safe app supports literacy, engages the whole child, and give you the freedom to use print books.
- Classroom favorites
- Graphic novels & early-readers
- Non-fiction & more!
Read alouds, more engaging
Increase your student’s fun and take their enjoyment of reading to new heights. As you read aloud with interactive music and sound effects, the jungle dances, dragons roar, and students cheer.
- Social connection
- Focused engagement
- Reading as entertainment
Inspire lifelong readers
Access our ever-growing content library from any mobile device, any time. Novel Effect offers accessible, interactive content to meet the needs of your diverse students and keeping even restless readers excited to read more.
- 9 out of 10 say books are more engaging
- 8 out of 10 are more confident reading
- 8 out of 10 want to read more often
Flip the script on read-alouds
Transform the books in your classroom or library with Novel Effect, the essential tool educators rely on to increase student engagement with reading.
7-days free for new subscribers.
Starting at
$49.99
/year
- Grab student attention, develop background knowledge, and boost reading engagement
- Simplify planning with discussion questions, writing prompts, & hands-on printables
- Build community and connect academically, emotionally, and socially with students
- Get instant access to 1,000+ soundscapes, hundreds of in-app ebooks, and more
Really change the narrative in your classroom with optional Bluetooth speakers, and book spine stickers.
Establish a culture of reading in your school community
Share the magic of books with staff, as well as students and families at home
The science of reading proves the benefits of read-alouds for all learners. Bring Novel Effect to your whole school or district community; where every teacher, student, and family can share Premium access.
We can help you start the conversation with your principal, school librarian, or tech specialist.
Read-aloud essentials for classrooms that thrive
Educator-developed resources to guide discussions before, during, and after read-alouds
Turn Up the Magic
Proven strategies, playful tips, and real-world inspiration to build strong, motivated readers.
We wrote a book for teachers to increase the impact of their classroom read-alouds. It’s about more than just fun, read-alouds are essential for building literacy skills and fostering a love of books.
Rock Your Read Aloud: Sparking Curiosity and Confidence in Little Readers includes interactive read-aloud tips, and expert backed techniques and lesson plans to set teachers up for success.
Start your story
Try Novel Effect for free as long as you like. Unlock unlimited Premium access with an individual plan.
Spread the magic to students and families at home, with flexible pricing to fit school libraries, schools, and districts of all sizes.
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