Polylino

From ILT Education

Resource type: Audiobooks and online reading

Price band: ££

Key stage: KS1, EYFS

Region(s): All of UK

Polylino is a multilingual digital library that supports language and literacy development in Early Years and KS1 settings. The platform provides access to a curated collection of over 650 picture books for whole-class reading and small-group work.

Books can be read independently, shared as read-alouds or accessed through native-speaker audio in over 65 languages to support multilingual learners and children with SEND.

Key features:
  • The selection of titles includes fiction and non-fiction and covers a wide range of themes and reading interests.
  • Options to search by language, theme or category, as well as further reading suggestions for each title.
  • Synchronised text highlighting and audio narration to strengthen the connection between spoken and written language.
  • Embedded discussion prompts for each title promote book talk and encourage pupils to share their thoughts and explore different points of view.
  • Practitioners can create and share curated bookshelves to support curriculum topics or engage specific groups of pupils.
  • Accessible on desktop computers for use with interactive whiteboards and on all mobile devices and tablets.
  • A Home Access option is available to support parental engagement and reading at home.

Polylino is available as an annual subscription based on pupil numbers.

Cost: Contact the provider for a bespoke quotation.

About ILT Education: ILT Education is a global EdTech provider specialising in inclusive, accessible digital learning solutions that support language development and literacy in schools and early years settings.

Literacy Hive Likes:

  • The library has been developed with UK literacy specialists to support early language and literacy development.
  • The collection includes digital editions of books from established UK children’s publishers alongside original content, with new titles added regularly.
  • Home Access supports children and families with limited access to books at home. An option to download books provides offline access for families with unreliable internet connection.
  • The multilingual library enables EAL learners and their families to access stories in their home language as well as English.
  • Partner schools can download a free Teacher Guide with tips on how to integrate the digital library into their daily practice, alongside themed lesson plans and storytime activities.
  • The ILT Education website also hosts a library of webinars, interviews, case studies and blogs to support professional learning.
  • Winner of the Teach Early Years Language and Literacy Award 2024.

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