Author meet and greets, fresh classroom ideas and a few surprises for educators: Epic is heading to the NCTE Annual Convention 2026, and we’d love to see you there!
Taking place November 19–22 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, the NCTE Annual Convention brings together educators, librarians, authors and literacy advocates to share ideas and celebrate the stories that inspire young readers.
Visit Booth #323, listed as “Epic Books for Kids,” to meet our team, explore books for your students and discover new ways to bring reading into your classroom.
Plan your visit or book an Epic School Plus demo.
Find Epic at Booth #323
Whether you already use Epic or are discovering it for the first time, stop by to talk books, see a live demo and share what gets your students excited to read.
Our exhibit hall hours are:
- Friday, November 20: 10 am–5 pm ET
- Saturday, November 21: 11 am–5 pm ET
- Sunday, November 22: 8–11:30 am ET
You can also learn about Epic School Plus, which brings Epic’s full library to entire schools and districts—with 24/7, year-round access for students. Schedule a demo to explore what it could look like for your school.
Join Two Sessions Packed With Classroom Ideas
Looking for practical ways to support early readers or make room for more creativity? Join Epic for two sponsored sessions led by authors and educators.
Decodables + Digital: Bringing Foundational Reading Skills to Life with Epic
Friday, November 20 | 11:45 am–12:15 pm
Join Christine Hjorth, decodables author with Aligned Educational Resources, and Cherish Mims from Epic to explore how digital decodables can bring foundational reading skills to life.
Using Epic Books to Anchor Creativity in the Classroom
Saturday, November 21 | 12:30–1:30 pm
Join Jed Dearybury, Epic Fellow, author and educator, for a session focused on using Epic books to anchor creativity in the classroom. Come discover ideas for connecting reading with opportunities to imagine, explore and create.
Meet the Authors Behind Books Your Students Will Love
Meet three authors during the convention, then explore their books available free for educators to use in the classroom on Epic.
Christine Hjorth: Decodables for Growing Readers
Friday, November 20 | 2 pm | Epic Booth #323
Meet Christine Hjorth of Aligned Educational Resources and discover hundreds of Aligned decodables available on Epic. It’s a chance to connect with an author who creates books that help children practice foundational reading skills.
Matt Eicheldinger: Big Laughs for Young Readers
Saturday, November 21 | [Signing time to be confirmed] | NCTE Author Signing Area
Meet Matt Eicheldinger, author of Holes in My Underwear and the Matt Sprouts series, for a special book signing.
Funny books can give kids a reason to keep turning pages, whether they’re drawn in by a silly title, a relatable character or an unexpected twist. After meeting Matt, discover his Matt Sprouts books on Epic and bring those laughs back to your classroom.
Jed Dearybury: Make Room for Play and Creativity
Saturday, November 21 | 2:15–3 p.m. | [Signing location to be confirmed]
Meet Jed Dearybury, author of The Playful Classroom and Destroy the Box, for a signing featuring Destroy the Box. You can also discover his book The Rainbow Tree, available free for classroom reading on Epic.
Stop By for Classroom Goodies and Favorite Reads
We’re bringing a little extra fun to Booth #323!
Scan the QR code at our booth to enter the Educator Classroom Kit giveaway, featuring boxes packed with Epic goodies for the classroom. While you’re there, pick up bookmarks and Epic lanyards, explore School Plus and connect with our team.
Fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid can also scan to discover the 10-book collection available free for classroom reading on Epic. With the new release Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Fight or Flight giving readers more to get excited about, it’s a great time to introduce students to Greg Heffley’s hilarious adventures.
See You in Philadelphia!
From foundational reading skills to funny stories and creative classroom connections, we’re excited to celebrate the many ways books help kids grow.
Add Epic Booth #323 to your convention plans, join a session and make time to meet an author. We can’t wait to connect with you!
Frequently Asked Questions
▶ When and where is the NCTE Annual Convention 2026?
The convention takes place November 19–22, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
▶ Where can I find Epic at NCTE 2026?
Visit Booth #323, listed as “Epic Books for Kids.” Epic’s booth will be open during exhibit hall hours November 20–22.
▶ Which authors can I meet through Epic at NCTE?
Epic’s author lineup includes Christine Hjorth, Matt Eicheldinger and Jed Dearybury. See the author appearance details above to plan your visit.
▶ Is Epic hosting educator sessions?
Yes. Epic is sponsoring “Decodables + Digital: Bringing Foundational Reading Skills to Life with Epic” on November 20 and “Using Epic Books to Anchor Creativity in the Classroom” on November 21.
▶ Can I book an Epic School Plus demo?
Yes! Visit Epic’s NCTE page to plan a booth visit or book a School Plus demo.
