Английская Википедия:Epic!
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Epic! is an American kids subscription-based reading and learning platform. It offers access to books and videos for children ages 12 and under.[1] The service can be used on desktop and mobile devices.[2]
Epic! was founded in 2013 by Suren Markosian and Kevin Donahue [3] and launched in 2014.[4] Indian educational technology company Byju's acquired Epic! in July 2021 in a cash and stock deal worth $500 million.[5]
On January 25, 2024, lenders began bankruptcy proceedings against Epic's parent company Byju's in an effort to repay its loans.[6] On February 1, 2024, Byju's U.S. division filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware. Byju's would raise around $200 million in an effort to clear "immediate liabilities" and for other operational costs.[7]
Content
Books are available in read-to-me and audiobook[8] formats and include both non-fiction and fiction titles,[9] covering subjects and themes such as: STEM, language arts, social science, history, music, art, science fiction and DIY. Titles and series include BIG NATE,[10] Garfield, Warriors and The Chronicles of Narnia series. Books are available in English, French,[11] Spanish,[12] Chinese, and includes bilingual options.[13] The Epic! app offers personalized recommendations based on a child's reading level and interest.[14] Users can search for books, videos and quizzes on Epic![8] based on age, keyword and reading levels.[14]
Publishing network
As of February 2024, Epic! had 250 publisher and video provider partners, including HarperCollins,[15] Macmillan, Candlewick,[16] National Geographic Kids,[2]Smithsonian Enterprises and Encyclopædia Britannica.[14] Epic! is a member of publishing industry trade groups, including: the Children's Book Council,[17] the Independent Book Publishers Association,[18] the Educational Book & Media Association and the Audio Publishers Association.
Recognition
- 2016 Best App for Teaching and Learning; and The Best Website for Teaching and Learning (The American Association of School Librarians).[19]
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