Sora, by OverDrive Education

Sora, by OverDrive Education

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Sora, by OverDrive Education: Your School Library, One Tap Away

Dive into your favorite eBooks and audiobooks, track your reading streaks, and earn achievements. Whether it’s for class assignments or just for fun, Sora makes reading effortless and rewarding.

Publisher

OverDrive, Inc.

Category

Education

Downloads

2M+

User Rating

3.4/5

Total Ratings

2K+

Locales

13

Your Library, One Tap Away

Discover the interface used by 2M+ users.

Sora app explore screen showing ebook and audiobook collections for students

Sora app explore screen showing ebook and audiobook collections for students

Smartphone screen displaying the Sora app interface with a selection of ebooks and audiobooks from a school library

Smartphone screen displaying the Sora app interface with a selection of ebooks and audiobooks from a school library

Sora mobile app explore screen showing digital comics and graphic novels available for student borrowing

Sora mobile app explore screen showing digital comics and graphic novels available for student borrowing

Sora app interface showing the borrow button for the digital book Hoot

Sora app interface showing the borrow button for the digital book Hoot

Sora app ebook reader interface showing digital book text and navigation tools

Sora app ebook reader interface showing digital book text and navigation tools

Sora app audiobook player interface showing the book cover of A Rover's Story with playback controls

Sora app audiobook player interface showing the book cover of A Rover's Story with playback controls

Interface showing options to export notes and highlights from the Sora app

Interface showing options to export notes and highlights from the Sora app

Your Entire School Library, Simplified

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 2M+ users.

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Earn While You Read

Stay motivated with fun achievements and track your progress with a personal dashboard showing your reading stats and streaks.

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Books for Every Moment

Switch between a powerful eBook reader and a sleek audiobook player to enjoy your stories on the bus, at home, or in class.

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Smart Study Tools

Easily highlight text, take notes, and export your work for school assignments, making every chapter count toward your grades.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 2M+ people who love this app.

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"Sora changed how I study! I love that I can borrow eBooks instantly and listen to audiobooks on the way to practice. The achievements keep me motivated, and exporting my highlights for English class saves me so much time."

Aidan R., High School Student
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"Our students are reading more than ever thanks to Sora. The interface is incredibly intuitive, and the built-in dictionary and note-taking tools have significantly improved their reading comprehension and engagement levels."

Mrs. Sarah Jenkins, School Librarian

About the app

Everything you need to know about Sora, by OverDrive Education.

Description

Borrow eBooks and audiobooks from your school's library with Sora. Setup is simple - just find your school and sign in. Then download or stream your assignments and favorite books to your device. Sora includes: • A ground-breaking built-in eBook reader • A beautiful audiobook player • Easy access to assigned titles • A running tally of time spent reading and numbers of books read With Sora you can: • Borrow a book and start reading with a single tap • Create and export notes and highlights • Define words - and review a list of all the words that you've looked up • Earn achievements for reading, and for completing certain tasks in Sora • Enjoy reading eBooks and audiobooks!

Latest Version

9.2.0

Size

15.0 MB

First Released

May 8, 2018

Level Up Your Reading Game

Join millions of students and dive into your favorite eBooks and audiobooks. Earn achievements, track your stats, and keep your library in your pocket for school and beyond.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Sora, by OverDrive Education

What is the Sora app?

Sora, by OverDrive Education, is an application that allows students to borrow eBooks and audiobooks directly from their school's library.

How does a student sign into the Sora app?

Students sign into the Sora app by first locating their school within the application. After finding their school, they complete the sign-in process.

What types of digital content can I access with Sora?

Sora provides access to a variety of digital content. Users can borrow eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, comics, and graphic novels from their school's library.

Does Sora offer a built-in eBook reader?

Yes, Sora includes a ground-breaking built-in eBook reader. It provides a state-of-the-art interface designed for an optimal reading experience within the app.

Does the Sora app have an audiobook player?

Yes, the Sora app features a beautiful audiobook player. This player ensures an easy and engaging listening experience for audiobooks borrowed from the library.

Can I track my reading statistics in Sora?

Yes, Sora tracks reading statistics. It maintains a running tally of the time spent reading and the total number of books read by the user.

Can I take notes and highlight text in Sora?

Yes, Sora allows users to create notes and highlight text. These can be exported as PDF, CSV, or TXT files, and saved directly to Google Drive.

Does Sora allow users to define words?

Yes, Sora enables users to define words directly within the app. It also keeps a reviewable list of all previously looked-up words.

How quickly can I borrow a book using Sora?

Users can borrow a book and begin reading with a single tap in Sora. This streamlined process ensures quick access to content.

Does Sora provide achievements for reading?

Yes, Sora offers achievements. Users earn these achievements for reading books and for completing specific tasks within the Sora application.