{"id":7265,"date":"2026-10-30T13:50:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T17:50:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=7265"},"modified":"2026-10-30T14:03:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T18:03:08","slug":"epic-2026-slj-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-2026-slj-summit\/","title":{"rendered":"Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit: Helping Every Child Find Their Next Great Read"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<meta property=\"title\" content=\"Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit: Connecting Librarians and Young Readers\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit: Connecting Librarians and Young Readers\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:title\" content=\"Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit: Connecting Librarians and Young Readers\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Join Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit in Las Vegas as we connect with school librarians to explore book discovery, digital reading and student engagement.\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:description\" content=\"Join Epic at the 2026 SLJ Summit in Las Vegas as we connect with school librarians to explore book discovery, digital reading and student engagement.\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/SLJ_Hero-1.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/SLJ_Hero-1.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-2026-slj-summit\">\n\n\n\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-2026-slj-summit\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow\">\n\n\n\n<p>School librarians know that helping a child find a book often starts with a conversation. What makes them laugh? What are they curious about? Is there a series they already love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those questions can turn \u201cI don\u2019t know what to read\u201d into \u201cIs there another one?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Epic, we share that goal: helping kids discover books they want to read and giving them more ways to become confident, independent readers. That\u2019s why we\u2019re heading to the <strong>2026 <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.slj.com\/event\/slj-summit-2026&amp;sa=D&amp;source=docs&amp;ust=1792794594462010&amp;usg=AOvVaw1yKP8uIDW9yOBW6N1x767l\"><strong>School Library Journal (SLJ) Summit<\/strong><\/a><strong>, November 6\u20138 in Las Vegas<\/strong>, to connect with the librarians who make those discoveries possible every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/go.getepic.com\/slj2026\">Schedule Time to Meet Epic<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"learning-from-the-people-who-know-young-readers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learning From the People Who Know Young Readers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>School librarians bring a valuable perspective to digital reading. They help students explore new interests, introduce them to unfamiliar authors and work alongside teachers to connect books with learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Summit, Epic plans to host a small focus group with librarians and library leaders recruited by SLJ. Participants will explore Epic and share candid feedback about how digital reading resources can better support their students, teachers and school communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The conversation will focus on questions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Finding the right book:<\/strong> How can students and educators more easily discover favorite authors, follow a series or explore a new topic?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supporting developing readers:<\/strong> What helps librarians find and choose decodable texts that connect with classroom instruction?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Making reading engaging:<\/strong> When do interactive features help students connect with a story and deepen their understanding?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supporting educators:<\/strong> What resources would make digital reading easier to incorporate into everyday teaching and library programs?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Librarians see where students get excited, where they need support and what keeps them coming back for another book. Their feedback can help us make more informed decisions about how Epic supports reading in schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"keeping-the-purpose-in-digital-reading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keeping the Purpose in Digital Reading<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Conversations about technology belong alongside conversations about what students need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A child might need help finding a book about a favorite topic. Another might benefit from hearing a story while following the text. A teacher might be looking for books that give students different ways to explore the same classroom subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Epic Educator Ambassador Carla Beaty explains in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/technology-to-support-reading\/\">\u201cTechnology Can Help Every Child Find a Path to Reading,\u201d<\/a> thoughtful technology use begins with a learning goal. Digital reading tools can help students access stories, explore their interests and participate more confidently in reading experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Summit, we\u2019re looking forward to hearing how librarians approach those choices. Where does digital reading fit within their broader reading programs? What helps students use it with purpose? And what would make it more useful for the educators guiding them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-to-expect-at-the-2026-slj-summit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to Expect at the 2026 SLJ Summit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2026 SLJ Summit takes place at the Las Vegas\u2013Clark County Library District\u2019s West Las Vegas Library Branch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Built around three programming pillars, <strong>Engaging, Innovating and Leading<\/strong>, the event brings together school and district librarians, library leaders and K\u201312 administrators to exchange ideas about the challenges and opportunities facing school libraries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Epic, it\u2019s an opportunity to learn from that community and contribute to a shared priority: helping more children find their way into reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slj.com\/event\/slj-summit-2026\">SLJ Summit website<\/a> for the latest program, speaker and registration details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"a-little-unicorn-magic-and-prizes-too\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Little Unicorn Magic and Prizes, Too!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/danasimpson.com\/\">Dana Simpson<\/a>, author and illustrator of the Phoebe and Her Unicorn series, will also be joining the fun at the Summit! We\u2019re excited to celebrate the humor, imagination and memorable characters that keep kids reaching for their next book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, Epic will be giving away prizes. If you\u2019re attending, come connect with our team and join the fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"lets-connect-in-las-vegas\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Let\u2019s Connect in Las Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re helping a student discover a graphic novel, researching resources for teachers or building a schoolwide reading culture, your perspective matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re attending the 2026 SLJ Summit, we\u2019d love to connect and hear what\u2019s working in your library, what your students are asking for and how Epic can better support your work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.slj.com\/event\/slj-summit-2026\">Explore the 2026 SLJ Summit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"color: black;\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"faq-container\">\n\n  <details class=\"faq-item\">\n    <summary class=\"faq-question\"><span class=\"arrow\">\u25b6<\/span> When and where is the 2026 SLJ Summit?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p> The 2026 School Library Journal Summit takes place November 6\u20138 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas\u2013Clark County Library District\u2019s West Las Vegas Library Branch.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"faq-item\">\n    <summary class=\"faq-question\"><span class=\"arrow\">\u25b6<\/span> Who is the SLJ Summit for?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p> The Summit brings together school and district librarians, library media specialists, library leaders and K\u201312 administrators to share ideas and explore issues affecting school libraries.\n <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"faq-item\">\n    <summary class=\"faq-question\"><span class=\"arrow\">\u25b6<\/span> How is Epic participating in the 2026 SLJ Summit?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p>Epic plans to connect with attendees and host a small focus group with librarians recruited by SLJ. 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