Playaway Products, an innovator of the preloaded-library market, knows libraries play a vital role in communities.
Originator of the acclaimed Wonderbook read-along and Playaway audiobook, Playaway Products offers more than 500 Spanish and bilingual stories to help meet the growing demand for Spanish-language content and language-learning materials. With no need for Wi-Fi or downloads, these products bridge the digital divide and make technology accessible to everyone.
Discover how Playaway’s award-winning products can complement your library’s collection.
These products make it possible to:
- Serve native speakers. With 54 million Spanish speakers in the United States, Spanish is the second most-spoken language in the country. Playaway audiobooks and Wonderbook read-alongs offer high-quality native and translated content that can energize existing collections, especially when library resources are tight. By offering content in users’ first languages, libraries can meet the diverse needs of their patrons and uphold the values of equal access and intellectual freedom.
- Bolster language learning. Playaway and Wonderbook are user-friendly resources for language learners of all levels. Their preloaded portable formats make it easy for patrons to practice their language skills anytime, anywhere. With clear pronunciation by native speakers, these stories help learners improve their accent, vocabulary, and comprehension in a convenient and engaging way.
- Encourage community engagement. Attract new patrons of all ages to your library and open doors for fresh partnerships with community groups. Consider organizing Spanish book clubs, language exchange programs, or cultural events centered around Wonderbook and Playaway. This initiative can help strengthen your library’s role as a community hub and foster cross-cultural understanding.
- Enhance accessibility. Playaway and Wonderbook help bridge the digital divide and make award-winning content accessible to everyone. With no need for Wi-Fi or downloads, Playaway Products improve a library’s ability to access world-class content regardless of internet access. Bridging the digital divide starts at your library.
- Strengthen literacy skills. For both native and non-native Spanish speakers, Playaway and Wonderbook can significantly enhance literacy skills. The Wonderbook read-along is an all-in-one super format designed to improve reading comprehension and fluency. This multimodal approach is particularly beneficial for boosting confidence in both reading and speaking Spanish.
Ready to elevate your Spanish-language offerings? Browse the Playaway Products Shop today and follow on Instagram to learn more about how it can support your library’s mission. To connect with a Playaway Products account manager, visit here.
