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Epic Kids runs a digital library for children 12 and under. It gives unlimited access to over 40,000 books, audiobooks, and educational videos from publishers like HarperCollins and National Geographic. Families pay a subscription, while teachers get free access to use Epic in classrooms. The service lives online and lets users read and listen to content, track reading progress, and improve reading levels. Educators can integrate Epic into lesson plans, and the platform supports classroom use with free access for teachers. Compared with rivals, Epic focuses specifically on young readers and combines a large curated library with progress tracking and classroom integration, supported by a family subscription model and free educator access. The goal is to foster curiosity, build reading confidence, and help kids develop their reading skills through engaging, educator-friendly content.
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Total Funding
$646.5M
Headquarters
Redwood City, California
Founded
2014
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Epic named finalist in 2026 EdTech cool tool Awards by EdTech Digest. Epic Kids has been named a finalist in the 2026 EdTech Awards, presented by EdTech Digest, one of the largest global programs recognizing innovation in education technology. Epic Creations Inc. is honored to be included! It speaks to its core belief: When literacy tools for students are engaging and accessible, kids don't just improve their skills, they become lifelong readers. "Congratulations to The EdTech Awards 2026 finalists and winners! We're no longer asking if technology will transform learning - it already has. The leaders honored here are defining what comes next," said Victor Rivero, who as Editor-in-Chief of EdTech Digest, oversees the program. "The future of learning isn't something we're waiting for - it's unfolding right now, shaped by innovators who aren't reacting to change, but creating it across classrooms, workplaces and beyond," said Rivero. The EdTech Awards recognize standout products, leaders and companies for their contributions in transforming education through technology to enrich the lives of learners everywhere. This recognition also highlights a broader shift happening across education, where the right digital tools are helping make reading more personal, flexible and connected to each child's interests. Built for real classrooms. Recognition from the EdTech Awards highlights tools that work in real learning environments. As one of many edtech tools for classrooms, Epic helps educators support a wide range of readers without losing flexibility. Students can access books that match both their level and their interests, making reading feel more achievable and meaningful. In many classrooms, that shows up in small but important ways: students finishing books, exploring new topics and building confidence as they go. Over time, that consistency is what turns practice into habit. If you're already using Epic, this is a great moment to notice what your readers are choosing next. If you're new, it's a good time to explore. Epic gives kids access to thousands of digital books, including Read-To-Me books and audiobooks - plus its exclusive Epic Originals - all designed to spark curiosity and build lasting reading habits. It's free for educators to use in the classroom and families can start with a 7-day free trial. Get started today and see where reading takes them. More ideas and inspiration. Age & Stage Bedtime & Daily Reading Routines Themed Book Lists Activities & Skill Building Educator Resources Activities & Printables
Read Across America with Beanstack + Epic this march. Kick off a coast-to-coast Reading Challenge this march. Get ready for a reading journey that spans the country! This March, Epic is teaming up with Beanstack to sponsor the Read Across America Challenge, inviting schools nationwide to celebrate the joy of reading, diversity and discovery. Designed for students in grades PK - 8, the challenge encourages readers to explore online books that introduce new places, cultures and perspectives. From the Great Plains to vibrant cities like New York and Los Angeles, students can travel the United States through the power of books. Read, explore and discover America. Read Across America is a nationwide celebration that brings the power and joy of reading to life for students everywhere. This challenge turns their online reading into an adventure, as kids log their progress and collect themed badges along the way. The best part? These stories take readers on a journey across the country. With each book, students explore real places across the United States through stories grounded in authentic settings. They might travel to Hawai'i with Ho'onani: Hula Warrior, march to the beat of The 5 O'Clock Band in New Orleans or discover the quiet wonders of Arizona's desert in Cactus Hotel. These books aren't just stories - they're invitations to experience different parts of the country, and to connect with the people, cultures and communities that make them special. That's what makes Read Across America such a meaningful journey! Challenge accepted, prizes unlocked. This year, all participating K - 8 schools have a chance to win exciting rewards from Epic, awarded to top-performing reading communities that go all in on the challenge: Grand Prize (1 school) Get ready for a virtual visit from Cat Ninja author Matt Cody (plus five signed copies to give away to lucky readers!). Honorable Mention (4 schools) Stock your shelves with a bundle of ten brand-new books for your library. Runner-Up (5 schools) Host a reading celebration with a $100 prize to make it extra special. Because when students read big, their school community wins too! Join Epic Creations Inc. this march! Teaming up with Beanstack makes joining Read Across America a breeze. Beanstack helps you track reading and keep students motivated, while Epic gives kids access to thousands of amazing digital books that spark curiosity, build confidence and take them on unforgettable journeys. Want a sneak peek at how it all works? Join Epic Creations Inc. on March 3rd for a special webinar: Beanstack + Epic: March Reading Challenge Kickoff! Epic Creations Inc.'ll walk through how to set up your school's challenge, show how Epic and Beanstack work together to support student engagement and answer any questions you have about getting started. Register here and come ready to rally your readers! Already using Beanstack? Check out the launch kit and learn how to set up a challenge now! Not a Beanstack partner, and want to learn more? Get in touch. Frequently asked questions. What is the Read Across America Challenge?
Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong and News Media Group, Inc. reveal the "what's Hot This Holiday" Gift guide in 2025 on a nationwide satellite Media Tour. Published November 20, 2025 Several Top Brands Joined the Media Tour to Showcase Top Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season West Palm Beach, FL - November 20, 2025 - The holiday countdown is on, and shoppers are looking for the scoop on this season's absolute hottest gadgets and gift ideas. Award-winning Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong partnered up with top brands to unveil his definitive "What's Hot This Holiday" gift guide, cutting through the shopping guesswork to highlight the season's must-have items. Mario Armstrong's selections were designed to bring "sizzle" to the season, blending cutting-edge technology with creative, educational fun. The guide featured everything from tech for the aspiring musician and unique advent calendars, to language-learning tools, collectible action figures and robotic vacuums. The nationwide media tour showcased premier gift ideas, offering viewers an extensive look at the holiday season's top picks. A recap of the roundup of products along with details can be found on IntheNews.TV ROLI Piano System. The world's first piano learning system that sees and hears you play, combining glowing keys, Airwave hand-tracking powered by ROLI Vision AI, and video lessons from real teachers to give instant feedback, guide fingers, and make learning piano fun and intuitive. Peanuts Digital Advent Calendar. In celebration of the 75th anniversary of Peanuts(R) this year, American Greetings has partnered with the iconic brand to create an all-new Peanuts Digital Advent Calendar to provide fans of all ages with an immersive experience featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang. World News Updates Global News Coverage Rosetta Stone. Rosetta Stone's research-backed, immersive learning method is the #1 choice for learners who want to truly learn a language. Cat Ninja toy line. Epic, the world's leading digital reading platform for kids, has launched its first-ever Cat Ninja toy line, bringing the beloved hero from the page to playtime. eufy E25. The robot vacuum offers turbo suction power and advanced mopping technology for a deep clean. All the details and links can be found on IntheNews.TV. Jennifer Rivera President News Media Group, Inc. [email protected] Information contained on this page is provided by an independent third-party content provider. Binary News Network and this Site make no warranties or representations in connection therewith. If you are affiliated with this page and would like it removed please contact [email protected] Binary News Network is a content syndication platform that allows businesses or proprietary newswires to bring visibility to their content by syndicating it to premium, high-visibility networks and sites and drive visibility to your online content.
Epic launches Cat Ninja toy line based on award-winning children's graphic book series. REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Epic, the world's leading digital reading platform for kids, announced the launch of Cat Ninja children's toys based on the platform's award-winning book series that has been read over 300 million times by children around the world. The three figurines are modeled after Claude, the titular lead character from the Epic original graphic book series, set in different scenarios. Launched in 2019, Cat Ninja was specifically created for children based on their interests for dynamic, engaging literary characters. Drawing on insights from its book recommendation engine and the reading trends of young audiences, Epic created the in-house title crafted to captivate and inspire the next generation of readers. Noticing a strong interest in a martial arts crime-fighting feline, author Matthew Cody and illustrator Yehudi Mercado brought Claude to life on the page, and the adventures of Cat Ninja were born. Now spanning more than 70 digital books and six print books, Cat Ninja is Epic's most popular series, and its success has inspired several spinoffs, including Kitten Ninja, Time Buddies, and Master Hamster Super Science. Earning praise from The Wall Street Journal, TODAY, and School Library Journal, and awarded the top prize by the Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Awards and the Midwest Independent Publishers Association, this year, Cat Ninja was included in a New York Times roundup of kid-approved book recommendations for those lovers of the uber-popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Dav Pilkey. "These new toys will bring Cat Ninja from the page right into kids' playtime, helping them spark their imaginations and empowering them to create their own Cat Ninja adventures that extend beyond the book series," said Matt Cody, author of the Cat Ninja series. "We hope these toys will help foster a love for storytelling and lifelong learning, and strengthen kids' creativity and emotional learning skills." Beginning today, the new limited edition Cat Ninja action figures are available for purchase at shop.getepic.com for $19.99 each. The action figures are available in three varieties, including: * Figurine 1: Ready for Action! - It's time to leap into adventure. From the popular comic series on Epic, Cat Ninja figurines are the perfect playtime companions. * Figurine 2: The Quiet One - Even heroes need a moment of calm! From the popular comic series on Epic, Cat Ninja figurines are the perfect playtime companions. * Figurine 3: Fans can stay tuned for the third figurine, releasing in February 2026. For more information and to purchase the Cat Ninja toys, please visit shop.getepic.com Press Images Available HERE About Epic Designed for unlimited discovery and unmatched safety, Epic is the leading digital reading platform for kids. Built on a collection of 40,000+ popular, high-quality books, audiobooks, and videos from 250+ of the world's best publishers, Epic reaches more than 50 million kids in homes and classrooms and fuels curiosity and reading confidence. Epic is always free for educators and used by over 2 million teachers in schools worldwide. To learn more, visit getepic.com, or follow Epic! on Instagram and Facebook. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/epic-launches-cat-ninja-toy-line-based-on-award-winning-childrens-graphic-book-series-302609756.html
CodeHS acquired coding platform Tynker for $2.2 million following an auction in U.S. bankruptcy court. Tynker, previously bought by Byju's for $200 million in 2021, was sold as part of Byju's bankruptcy proceedings to recoup losses from a $1.2 billion loan. The acquisition, approved by Judge Brendan Shannon, allows CodeHS to enhance its offerings. The sale was finalized on May 30 after 48 auction rounds against Future Minds.
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Industries
Consumer Software
Education
Entertainment
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$646.5M
Headquarters
Redwood City, California
Founded
2014
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