The Shelf Life Blog

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Introducing Launchpad Quest: Purposeful Screen Time for Discovery and Learning

Meet Launchpad Quest, a new non-circulating digital discovery hub from Playaway Products designed for shared learning spaces. Built for independent play, discovery, and skill-building, Quest delivers

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Prevent Summer Slide with Immersive, Engaging Summer Learning Programs

Summer break is a time full of exploration, adventure, and family experiences—but it can also lead to learning loss, a well-documented dip in academic skills often referred to as summer slide.

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From Listening to Learning: How Audio-Enabled Products Support Equitable Literacy

Confident readers start as listeners. See how audio-enabled tools like Wonderbook and Playaway remove barriers and create equitable access to learning for all children.

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Playaway Products: Your Steady Partner in Changing Times

Playaway Products offers reliable, customer-focused support and streamlined services to help libraries and schools stay focused on their readers, with a dedicated CX team ensuring every interaction is

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A Message from Our New President: Access, Equity, and the Future of Learning

Access and equity matter more than ever. The new President of Playaway Products outlines a vision to support libraries, schools, and lifelong learning.

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Loud & Clear: Access Is Not Optional at Booth #1527

We believe patrons of all ages deserve the tools to unlock their full potential. That’s why our booth at ALA this year is anchored by a theme that says it all: Loud & Clear: Access Is Not Optional.

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Playaway Products Earns UDL Credential

Playaway Products is thrilled to share with the community: Playaway Products has been awarded the prestigious Universal Design for Learning (UDL) credential for Playaway and Wonderbook read-along.