{"id":7298,"date":"2026-11-11T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-11T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=7298"},"modified":"2026-11-12T09:05:51","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T14:05:51","slug":"epic-ncte-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-ncte-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<meta property=\"title\" content=\"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:title\" content=\"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia! Visit Booth #323 for author appearances, educator sessions, classroom goodies and School Plus demos.\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:description\" content=\"Meet Epic at NCTE 2026 in Philadelphia! Visit Booth #323 for author appearances, educator sessions, classroom goodies and School Plus demos.\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/EPIC-Blog-49.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta name=\"twitter:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/EPIC-Blog-49.png\">\n\n\n\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-ncte-2026\">\n\n\n\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/epic-ncte-2026\">\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>Author meet and greets, fresh classroom ideas and a few surprises for educators: Epic is heading to the NCTE Annual Convention 2026, and we\u2019d love to see you there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking place November 19\u201322 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, the<a href=\"https:\/\/convention.ncte.org\/\"> NCTE Annual Convention<\/a> brings together educators, librarians, authors and literacy advocates to share ideas and celebrate the stories that inspire young readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit Booth #323, listed as \u201cEpic Books for Kids,\u201d to meet our team, explore books for your students and discover new ways to bring reading into your classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26\">Plan your visit or book an Epic School Plus demo.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"find-epic-at-booth-323\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Find Epic at Booth #323<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our exhibit hall hours are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Friday, November 20: 10 am\u20135 pm ET&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saturday, November 21: 11 am\u20135 pm ET<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunday, November 22: 8\u201311:30 am ET<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also learn about <strong>Epic School Plus<\/strong>, which brings Epic\u2019s full library to entire schools and districts\u2014with 24\/7, year-round access for students.<a href=\"https:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26\"> Schedule a demo<\/a> to explore what it could look like for your school.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26\">Schedule a Demo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"join-two-sessions-packed-with-classroom-ideas\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Join Two Sessions Packed With Classroom Ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"decodables-digital-bringing-foundational-reading-skills-to-life-with-epic\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decodables + Digital: Bringing Foundational Reading Skills to Life with Epic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday, November 20 | 11:45 am\u201312:15 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26_decodables\">Explore the Session<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"using-epic-books-to-anchor-creativity-in-the-classroom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using Epic Books to Anchor Creativity in the Classroom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday, November 21 | 12:30\u20131:30 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26_steam_jed\">Explore the Session<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"meet-the-authors-behind-books-your-students-will-love\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meet the Authors Behind Books Your Students Will Love<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet three authors during the convention, then explore their books available free for educators to use in the classroom on Epic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"christine-hjorth-decodables-for-growing-readers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christine Hjorth: Decodables for Growing Readers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday, November 20 | 2 pm | Epic Booth #323<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet Christine Hjorth of Aligned Educational Resources and discover hundreds of Aligned decodables available on Epic. It\u2019s a chance to connect with an author who creates books that help children practice foundational reading skills.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/christine\">Explore Christine&#8217;s books on Epic<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"matt-eicheldinger-big-laughs-for-young-readers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Matt Eicheldinger: Big Laughs for Young Readers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday, November 21 | [Signing time to be confirmed] | NCTE Author Signing Area<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet Matt Eicheldinger, author of <em>Holes in My Underwear<\/em> and the Matt Sprouts series, for a special book signing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Funny books can give kids a reason to keep turning pages, whether they\u2019re 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.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26_books\">Explore Matt&#8217;s Collection<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"jed-dearybury-make-room-for-play-and-creativity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jed Dearybury: Make Room for Play and Creativity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday, November 21 | 2:15\u20133 p.m. | [Signing location to be confirmed]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet Jed Dearybury, author of <em>The Playful Classroom<\/em> and <em>Destroy the Box<\/em>, for a signing featuring <em>Destroy the Box<\/em>. You can also discover his book <em>The Rainbow Tree<\/em>, available free for classroom reading on Epic.<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/jed\">Explore Jed&#8217;s Collection<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"stop-by-for-classroom-goodies-and-favorite-reads\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stop By for Classroom Goodies and Favorite Reads<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re bringing a little extra fun to Booth #323!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scan the QR code at our booth to enter the <strong>Educator Classroom Kit giveaway<\/strong>, featuring boxes packed with Epic goodies for the classroom. While you\u2019re there, pick up bookmarks and Epic lanyards, explore School Plus and connect with our team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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 <em>Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Fight or Flight<\/em> giving readers more to get excited about, it\u2019s a great time to introduce students to Greg Heffley\u2019s hilarious adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"see-you-in-philadelphia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>See You in Philadelphia!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From foundational reading skills to funny stories and creative classroom connections, we\u2019re excited to celebrate the many ways books help kids grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add Epic Booth #323 to your convention plans, join a session and make time to meet an author. We can\u2019t wait to connect with you!<\/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:\/\/go.getepic.com\/ncte26\">Plan your Epic visit at NCTE 2026<\/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 NCTE Annual Convention 2026?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p>The convention takes place November 19\u201322, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"faq-item\">\n    <summary class=\"faq-question\"><span class=\"arrow\">\u25b6<\/span> Where can I find Epic at NCTE 2026?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p> Visit Booth #323, listed as \u201cEpic Books for Kids.\u201d Epic\u2019s booth will be open during exhibit hall hours November 20\u201322.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details class=\"faq-item\">\n    <summary class=\"faq-question\"><span class=\"arrow\">\u25b6<\/span> Which authors can I meet through Epic at NCTE?<\/summary>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n      <p>Epic\u2019s author lineup includes Christine Hjorth, Matt Eicheldinger and Jed Dearybury. 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