Promoting your school's digital library is essential to encourage engagement and help students and parents access the valuable learning content available to them. This article outlines multiple strategies and templates that schools can use to spread the word, using various communication channels.


Why Promote the Library?

  • Ensure students are aware of available resources.
  • Support independent reading and research.
  • Boost overall engagement with your digital learning tools.


Ways to Promote the Digital Library


1. Email Templates


Use these sample emails to communicate with students, teachers, and parents:


For Students: Subject: Discover Your School's Digital Library!


Hi [Student Name],


We’re excited to let you know that our school’s digital library is now live, and you have full access! You can browse, read, and borrow eBooks anytime using the Snapplify Engage platform.


What makes this digital library so great is that it’s available whenever you need it — after school, on weekends, and even during the holidays. Whether you're looking for exciting reads, research materials, or revision support, there’s something here for you.


To get started, here’s what you need to know:

  • Visit our school library at [Insert Engage URL].

  • This handy article shows you how to find what you need, when you need it.

  • Explore Snapplify’s curated collections of amazing books, series, themes, and popular authors, there’s something for everyone!

  • Download the Snapplify app from getsnapplify.com or your device's app store. You can read on a phone, tablet, or computer, whatever suits you best.

  • If you need help, the Snapplify team has created useful help articles, or you can use the live chat in the bottom-right corner of your screen when logged in. You can also email help@snapplify.com. Support is available 7 days a week.

  • Best of all: when you check out a book, there’s no need to worry about late returns — the book will automatically return on the due date.


For Parents: Subject: Your Child Now Has Access to Our Digital Library


Dear Parent,


We’re excited to let you know that your child now has access to our school’s digital library through the Snapplify Engage platform.


This is a fantastic opportunity to support your child’s reading and learning journey, both in and outside of the classroom. The digital library is accessible at any time of day, including after school, on weekends, and even during school holidays.

To help your child get started, here’s what you need to know:


  • Visit our school library at [Insert Engage URL].

  • This handy article will show you how to access the resources you need, when you need them.

  • Explore Snapplify’s curated collections featuring popular authors, book series, reading levels, and themes. There’s something for every reader.

  • To read library books, download the Snapplify app from getsnapplify.com or your device’s app store. Books can be read on phones, tablets, or desktop computers.

  • The Snapplify Help Centre offers useful guidance, and live chat support is available directly in the digital library (bottom-right of the screen). You can also contact them by email at help@snapplify.com. Support is available 7 days a week.

  • No need to worry about overdue books, digital books return themselves automatically on the due date.


Log in here: [Insert Engage URL]


Thank you for supporting your child’s learning and reading habits!



2. WhatsApp Messages


Quick and easy messages for groups or individuals:


"Hi! Just a reminder that the school’s digital library is now live. Log in to start reading today: [Insert Engage URL]  "


"Parents: Your child can access hundreds of digital books via our school library! Help them log in at [Insert Engage URL]."


3. Posters

Posters are a great way to visually promote your digital library around the school.


Place posters:

  • In classrooms

  • The school library or media centre

  • Reception or entry points

  • Parent and staff noticeboards

Download the posters [HERE]. Make sure the poster includes your Snapplify Engage URL


4. Past Exam Papers

Snapplify Engage is not only a reading library, it also includes past exam papers to support study and revision. These are excellent for preparing for assessments and can be found alongside other academic resources.


For Students: Subject: Prepare for Exams with Our Digital Library


Hi [Student Name],


Did you know that your school’s digital library includes past exam papers? These are a fantastic way to prepare for upcoming tests and assessments, and they’re available 24/7 on Snapplify Engage.


You can also browse a wide variety of books, from popular authors to educational resources, and access them anytime, even on weekends and during holidays.


Here’s how to get started:


Click here to begin: [Insert Engage URL]


Good luck with your studies!



For Parents: Subject: Help Your Child Prepare with Past Exam Papers


Dear Parent,


Our school’s digital library doesn’t just offer books for reading enjoyment, it also includes past exam papers to support your child’s learning and exam preparation.


Accessible through the Snapplify Engage platform, this library is available around the clock, after school, on weekends, and during school holidays to help learners stay on track.


Here’s how your child can get started:


Log in now: [Insert Engage URL]


Thank you for encouraging your child to take advantage of these valuable tools.


Summary

Promoting the digital library isn’t a one-time task. Use multiple communication methods, email, WhatsApp, and school events, to make sure every student, teacher, and parent knows how to access and use this valuable resource.


Need help? Use the live chat in the bottom right corner of your screen, email us at help@snapplify.com or reach out via Whatsapp +27 60 011 8065.