Israel Audiobook Project

It has become increasingly challenging, in the age of multimedia to encourage children to read. This is exponentially true for slow readers who find the process of reading difficult and tiresome. Audiobooks have proven to be a valuable tool that opens up the world of books, and creates an opportunity of discovery, for those who have previously been excluded. Many Special Education classes in America have already integrated Audiobooks into their curriculum. In addition to using Audiobooks as a co-reader and an ultimate pathway to boost reading skills, Audiobooks have also been used as a stand-alone tool that exposes students all the enriching content that books provide. ​ In Israel, the potential of audiobooks has yet to be discovered. The Israel Audiobook Project aims to kickstart that process. We aim to select a great books, find an exceptionally talented voices, produce the audiobooks at the highest level, and distribute it for free to all Special Education kids for whom it is relevant. Free distribution to all special Education students along with teacher support will enable thousands of Special Education students around the country an opportunity to experience the joy of finishing a book. The project is in cooperation with the nonprofit organization Chessed Modiin- helping needy families and children with special needs. To see a video from about Israel Audiobook Project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsUgcgL7JyI&feature=youtu.be