{"id":6493,"date":"2026-04-03T21:32:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T21:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=6493"},"modified":"2026-04-03T21:39:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T21:39:02","slug":"epic-asu-gsv-online-books-interactive-learning-reading-lounge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-asu-gsv-online-books-interactive-learning-reading-lounge\/","title":{"rendered":"Epic at ASU+GSV: Online Books, Interactive Learning and The Epic Reading Lounge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Inside ASU+GSV: Welcome to The Epic Reading Lounge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At ASU+GSV<\/a> this year, we are bringing something different to the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not just a product demo. Not just a booth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to the Epic Reading Lounge\u2014where thousands of popular online books and learning tools come together to help every child fall in love with reading. It\u2019s a fully immersive reading experience designed to show what happens when high-quality content meets interactive innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Where Stories Come to Life<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step into our corner of the bookstore and you will see Epic the way students experience it every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A device in hand, a library at their fingertips and a moment where curiosity turns into connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With more than 40,000 digital titles, Epic has become a daily reading destination for millions of kids around the world. At ASU+GSV, we are bringing that experience into the physical world so educators, partners and district leaders can see exactly why educators and students keep coming back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because when the right book meets the right reader, everything changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Expect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Epic Reading Lounge is designed to be hands-on, visual and interactive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Student Experience: <\/strong>Pick up an iPad and explore Epic just like a student would. Discover how easy it is to access online books, follow along with Read-To-Me books (our innovative read-aloud feature) and find stories that match every reading level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featured IP & Partners:<\/strong> Browse a curated gallery of titles, from Epic Originals like Cat Ninja to beloved content from partners like HarperCollins, Nickelodeon and National Geographic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Exclusive Programming:<\/strong> Throughout the conference, we are hosting live sessions that go deeper into what makes Epic work. From product demos to creative deep dives, each session is designed to show how content, technology and insight come together to drive real literacy outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And for those new to our digital reading library, it is a chance to see why so many educators and families choose Epic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Live from the Lounge: The Full Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are keeping sessions short, focused and high-impact. Each one offers a clear window into how Epic supports students, educators and districts. Check out our schedule here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monday: The Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epic Books in 30: A Student\u2019s Journey<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A live walkthrough from login to finished book. See how students explore online books and build reading habits that stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Sketch to Screen: The Art of Cat Ninja<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go behind the scenes with Creative Director Dan Nordskog and watch how one of Epic\u2019s most popular Epic Originals comes to life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Epic Original IP: Amazing Original Stories <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore the growing world of Epic Originals and the stories students cannot find anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tuesday: Impact at Scale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epic Literacy Legend Awards<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll recognize districts around the U.S. that are driving real reading momentum.  These standout institutions reflect what happens when access, engagement and great content align.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Show Me the Data: Reading Insights Dashboard<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get a live look at the data district leaders are able to access every day through our new Admin Portal. Clear, actionable insights into student reading behavior and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cat Ninja & Beyond: Epic Originals<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A deeper dive into how exclusive content keeps students engaged beyond a single session or assignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Advocacy Advantage: Teacher Ambassadors<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

See how passionate educators become powerful drivers of adoption and impact in their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the Lounge: A Conversation on the Future of EdTech<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Epic\u2019s presence at ASU+GSV extends beyond the Reading Lounge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Tuesday, April 14 (11:00\u201311:40 AM, Harbor E), Alex Peng, President of Epic\u2019s parent company TAL Education, will join a distinguished group of industry leaders for a panel titled: Enduring Innovation: How K12\u2019s Established Leaders are Evolving in the Age of AI<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside leaders from Edmentum, Curriculum Associates and HMH, the conversation will explore a critical question facing education today: How do you innovate at scale without losing what makes learning human?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not a conversation about chasing trends. It is about stewardship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As AI reshapes the edtech landscape, the responsibility for trusted, established platforms is clear: Continue to deliver reliable, research-backed impact while thoughtfully integrating new technologies that enhance, not replace, the relationships at the center of teaching and learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Epic, that belief shows up in how we build.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technology should remove friction. Content should spark curiosity. And every product decision should bring us closer to helping a child discover a book they love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This panel brings that philosophy into a broader industry dialogue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

The People Behind the Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Epic Reading Lounge is powered by a team that lives at the intersection of education, storytelling and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n