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The article presents a profile of electronic book use by school libraries as of 2015. Topics addressed include introductory conclusions pointing out the widespread adoption of the technology but to varying extents due to logistical challenges, an overview of the diverse school- and student-owned platforms used to read e-books, and particular issues surrounding divergent pricing and publishing policies by providers.

The article presents the results from the 2012 School Technology Survey conducted by the periodical "School Library Journal." The author discusses how technology has been implemented into schools and school libraries, explores how students utilize web-based resources, and presents statistics on social application software use, internet filtering, and the most popular electronic book readers (ereaders).

The article discusses the implementation of an electronic book reader (ereader) lending program at a school library. Topics include the use of a school district Innovation Grant, the dropping cost of ereaders, and librarian cooperation with teachers. It is said that ereader ownership in the U.S. is rising rapidly.

The article considers the educational aspects of electronic books (ebooks) and what impact they may have on helping children to learn to read. Reading specialist Julie Hume got a grant to purchase a subscription to the Tumblebooks reading program in order to help struggling readers. Technological innovations such as electronic book readers, particularly NookColor and the iPad, make it easy for children to read ebooks. The chance that elementary school libraries will adopt such technology and allow children to check out ebooks is considered.

The article presents discussion regarding the use of tablet computers and electronic book readers in school libraries. Introductory comments are given noting the drastic rise in popularity of the devices since 2007. Challenges facing school librarians who wish to acquire and integrate e-readers into their services despite demand for the products are described, including "platform lock-in," cost of the devices, and the integration of e-book cataloging.

In this article the author, an elementary school librarian, comments on his experience purchasing and using a Kindle, an electronic book reader (ereader). He discusses his reluctance to purchase an ereader he felt would be technologically obsolete in a short while, comments on the ease of reading content on an ereader in comparison to a laptop computer, and voices his displeasure with the limited collection of ebooks available from his local library in comparison to Kindle's online store.

The article discusses the journal's sixth Leadership Summit that was held October 22-23, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The session "Adding Value to Ereaders for Classrooms and Libraries" that was led by Andrés Henríquez, Catherine Snow, and Gina Biancarosa, which focused on electronic readers in K-12 schools. Another session considered the use of personalized reading environments for students and another looked at the use of technology in literacy education.

The author reflects on electronic books, electronic book readers, and the future of digital documents. Particular focus is given to similarities between traditional print books and the functionality of electronic books available through electronic book readers including the Kindle from Amazon, the iPad from Apple, and the eBook from Sony. The social nature of reading, the possible capabilities of digital documents, and the reinvention of reading are also discussed.

The article presents profiles of two library administrators and their work with electronic book (ebook) collections. Details are given describing the programs launched and managed by librarians Wendy Stephens and Paige Jaeger, comparing and contrasting their approaches to ebook reader device selection, access to free public-domain works, and cooperation with school systems.

A review is presented for the electronic book reader "Nook Color," produced by Barnes & Noble.

The article discusses the possibility of using the Kindle electronic book reader to allow library users to check out electronic books (ebooks). Kindle, which is made by the Internet shopping website Amazon, has partnered with OverDrive, a company that distributes ebooks, to make content available for its product. The benefits of this move to libraries and library users are discussed, particularly the financial aspects.

The article reviews the Kobo ereader and the Alex ereader from Spring Design.

The article evaluates the iPad from Apple Inc. for use in schools.

The article focuses on the move of several educator librarians to take advantage of Open eBooks, an electronic (e)-reader apps that offers thousands of books freely available to children in need. Discussion of how Open eBooks site works in which educators can register their classes to receive codes that enable students to access the app is provided. The experiences of several educator librarians in using the site are also mentioned.

The article reviews the Kindle 2 Ebook Reader that is available for purchase from Amazon.com.

The article evaluates the iLiad ebook reader from iRex and the Kindle ebook reader from Amazon.

The article reviews the Nook Simple Touch with "GlowLight" and the Nook HD 7-inch tablet, electronic readers (e-readers) and tablet computers from Barnes and Noble (B&N).

The article discusses the future of electronic books and libraries, and speculates that in 2013 existing electronic book business models will change, more content will become available, and prices on hardware will drop. Electronic book licensing agreements between libraries and publishers are also touched on.

An introduction is presented that discusses the children's librarian event KidLibCamp and notes issue articles on electronic book readers and library collection of Spanish language books.

The article presents a comparative review of the tablet computers Kindle Fire by Amazon.com and the Nook Tablet by Barnes & Noble.

The article evaluates the two electronic book readers the Nook Simple Touch, produced by Barnes & Noble, and the Kobo eReader Touch, produced by Kobo Inc.

The author reflects on the role of electronic books in libraries, including school libraries. He presents seven ways school librarians can learn more about electronic books: buying an electronic book reader such as a Sony Reader or Kindle; starting a collection of electronic books and including them in lesson plans; and talking with book publishers, vendors, and distributors to find ways to bring electronic books to library patrons.

The article refers to a June 29, 2010 letter to college presidents from the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Justice about complying with the 1990 Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and focuses on the implications for public schools' kindergarten through grade 12 requirements for electronic book readers such as Kindle.

The article evaluates the Nook electronic reader from Barnes & Noble.

The article reports on the response of Information Institute of Syracuse, New York director R. David Lankes to the iPad tablet computer from Apple Computers with particular focus given to the use of various applications or apps, his disappointment with the iBooks app, and the importance of developing electronic book apps which include a variety of interactive features.

The author reflects on the iPad tablet computer from Apple and its possible applications in library settings. Particular focus is given to advances to e-book technology. Questions concerning accessibility, digital rights management (DRM), and the logistics of loaning iBooks are examined. The growth of print and digital literacy among young people is also discussed.

The article reviews several technological devices introduced at the 2010 Consumer Electronic Show including the Entourage eDGe e-book reader and touchscreen computer hybrid, the Lenovo IdeaPad U1 notebook computer and tablet hybrid, and the Interead COOL-ER e-book reader.

The article reviews the Sony PRS-505 and the Amazon Kindle electronic book readers.

The article evaluates the Sony Reader PRS 500 Ebook reader.