LOTE4Kids is a digital library of children's audio-picture books in over 115 world languages, available to libraries and schools in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
With 10,000+ titles narrated by native speakers, the collection supports language learning, English literacy, and cultural connection for children from Pre-K through Grade 8.

LOTE4Kids is designed for:
Children (Pre-K to Grade 8+) - engaging stories with audio, activities, and quizzes.
Language learners and multilingual families - books narrated by native speakers to support authentic pronunciation.
Parents - easy, convenient access to books in home languages.
Librarians and teachers - tools to run bilingual storytimes, sign language sessions, and literacy programs. Under an active subscription, library patrons, school students and their families, can access  in library branches, schools, at home, and in other remote learning environments.

Under an active subscription, library patrons and school students - along with their families - can access LOTE4Kids in library branches, schools, at home, and in other remote environments.

Try searching by the name of your local council, district, or county. You can also search on your library's website, contact your library directly, or reach us via the form here. We'll get back to you within one business day.

If you have found your library or school login page but your barcode or student ID is not working, please contact us here. We'll investigate and respond within one business day.

We support a wide range of authentication methods, including:
Barcode validation - patrons log in using their library card.
EZProxy and IP proxy services - for seamless remote access.
Referral URLs - direct access via your library or school portal.
Branch and school IP whitelisting - automatic access on-site, with no login required.
ClassLink, Clever, and Google Classroom - for schools using digital access portals. No patron accounts are required, and we do not collect or store personally identifiable information (PII).

LOTE4Kids works on all modern browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, and Mozilla Firefox. For the best experience, keep your browser up to date. A free mobile app is also available for iOS and Android.

LOTE4Kids offers over 10,000 audio-picture books in more than 115 world languages, with 200+ new titles added every month. Books are levelled across multiple reading frameworks and available in three formats: interactive flipbooks, read-along highlights, and bilingual editions. English translations accompany every title. See our full list of languages here.

Yes. Use the language toggle in the bottom right corner of your browser to view the website in your preferred language. If your language is not listed, please contact us here.

Yes. Library and school subscriptions include public performance rights, provided attendees are not charged any fees. LOTE4Kids can be displayed on large screens as part of storytime sessions, classroom programs, and library events.
Sign language productions are particularly popular for early exposure to the Deaf community - these sessions are engaging, visual, and fun for young audiences.

Yes. Download the free LOTE4Kids App for iOS or Android here. Search for your school or library, then enter your barcode or student number to get started.

Yes. LOTE4Kids includes a Reward-Driven Reading and Learning system, where children earn feathers by reading books and completing activities to customise their avatar. Reading streaks help build daily habits, and the gamified experience encourages children to return to reading independently.

Yes. LOTE4Kids meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and supports:
Screen reader compatibility (tested with VoiceOver, JAWS, and NVDA).
Full keyboard navigation across web and mobile.
Adjustable font size and display options, including dyslexia-friendly fonts and high-contrast modes.
Captions and audio descriptions for all multimedia content.
Our published VPAT (March 2026) is available on request. LOTE4Kids also aligns with U.S. Section 508 and ADA Title II requirements..
Use the accessibility toggle on the right side of the page to access these tools.

Yes. All comments are manually reviewed by an administrator before publication. Comments that are inappropriate or that put privacy at risk are rejected and removed. Published comments appear anonymously.

Yes. Activity sheets can be downloaded and printed for use in library and school programs, provided no program fees are charged to participants. We actively encourage this as a way to boost engagement and support your promotions.

LOTE4Kids titles are sourced from a panel of educational publishers located around the world. We also self-publish books through our own panel of 30+ authors and 80+ illustrators. We do not use AI to generate books or illustrations.

Where a local publisher is not available for a specific language, we carry out our own translation projects. Each project involves a native-speaking text translator, matched with a separate native-speaking voice artist. Using a minimum of two people per translation ensures high-quality, authentic outcomes.

Children learn best from real people. Native speakers bring natural accents and authentic expression - qualities that AI voices cannot reliably replicate. This makes stories more engaging and helps children develop accurate pronunciation and listening confidence.

Yes, and we would love to hear from you! Content suggestions and language requests help guide our production priorities. Please get in touch here.

We add 200+ new titles every month, including additions to existing language collections, bilingual editions, sign language productions, and seed collections for new languages.

Yes. If you'd like to contribute to our collection as an author, illustrator, or translator, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch here.

Yes. Staff can access the Reporting and Promotions dashboard here using their staff credentials. The dashboard provides dynamic, interactive usage data. If you need access credentials or help resetting your password, please contact us here.

Yes. The Reporting and Promotions dashboard includes a wide range of ready-to-use materials, including posters, flyers, bookmarks, and social media images - available in multiple languages. We can also customise collateral and support collaborations, at no extra charge.

Yes. We offer on-demand staff training and regularly host webinars. Please contact us here for more information or to book a session.

Yes. MARC records can be downloaded from the Reporting and Promotions dashboard here to help improve discoverability through your library management system.

Every subscription includes:
Full content access - all 10,000+ titles in 115+ languages, with all updates and monthly additions included.
Branded website and app - customised with your library or school identity.
Unlimited and simultaneous access - no checkouts, no waitlists.
Authentication setup - support for barcode, EZProxy, IP whitelisting, ClassLink, Clever, and Google Classroom.
Interactive reporting dashboard - usage data and promotional tools.
Promotional collateral - co-branded posters, flyers, bookmarks, and social media assets in multiple languages.
MARC records for library catalogue integration.
Monthly digest newsletters with new release details and promotional ideas.

Yes. There are no limits on simultaneous users. Multiple patrons, students, and families can access the same books and resources at the same time, with no checkouts and no waitlists.

Yes. Contact us here to arrange a free 14-day trial and custom quote. Please include your library or school name and your population served or number of enrolled students. Extended 30-day trials are also available on request.