Fun with Purchasing: December 2025 DER Portal News
Digital Resource Ordering
It's never too late to place an order!
School’s in session, but it’s never too late to order through MISBO! Discover our full lineup of Digital Educational Resources at the link below and keep your classrooms equipped for success.
Check out our new partners!
Capstone
Holiday Reading Guide: Books for Every Kind of Reader
As the year winds down and we settle into the holiday season, there’s no better time to refresh your shelves and inspire your readers. We’ve gathered a variety of most-loved books, and new favorites – perfect for sparking creativity, curiosity and connection all season long.
Whether your students are makers, storytellers, or cozy readers, you’ll find something here to bring warmth and wonder to your shelves.
Beanstack
Building a Reading Culture, One Missouri School at a Time
Discover how Farmington R-7 School District brought families, teachers, and students together to make reading joyful again. Their story shows what’s possible when a district turns shared goals into lasting community impact.
Sage
New Sage Resources
2025 has been a landmark year for Learning Resources – each new launch crafted to meet the evolving needs of today’s libraries and tomorrow’s learners. From advancing research integrity to building essential life skills, these tools are designed to enrich learning journeys and prepare individuals for a future full of possibilities.
Third Iron, LLC
Updated (LOWER) Pricing
Third Iron has recently lowered their pricing exclusively for MISBO members, making it even easier for schools to access the tools and services they need to operate efficiently and effectively. In addition to reduced pricing, MISBO members will receive complimentary access from sign-up through June 30, 2026, and the one-time setup fee will be fully waived—offering even greater value to our community. Members can order at any time through the MISBO DER portal.
**All MISBO Members can evaluate LibKey Nomad at no charge through June 30, 2026. You can set up your free trial HERE.
MagicSchool
Through MISBO’s Fun with Purchasing Blog, MagicSchool is offering school-wide pilots for just $1,000 for the rest of the school year. This exclusive discount, available through the MISBO DER Portal, includes:
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- LMS & SSO integration
- School-wide customization
- Data analytics and usage reporting
- Training
- Support from the MagicSchool team
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Learn More
Purchase MagicSchool Through the MISBO Digital Educational Resources Portal
(choose the "Special Offer" MagicSchool product)
Swank
Built for Educators. Ready for Every Classroom.
As you wrap up the semester and look ahead to 2026, now’s the perfect time to plan how Swank K-12 Streaming can make next year’s teaching even smoother. Your streaming platform was built with educators in mind – designed to help you find, organize, and teach with movies that engage students and support learning goals.
Demco
How to Boost Teacher and Student Retention in the Age of Charter Schools
Discover fresh, practical ways to bring movement into the classroom in “Making Movement Matter” from Demco. Author Dr. Robert Dillon highlights how even small changes - like standing during read-alouds, using mobile whiteboards, or scheduling short movement breaks—can improve focus, reduce stress, and boost engagement. This piece offers four actionable strategies that work in any space, helping educators transform static learning environments into vibrant, student-centered ones.
BrainPOP
Take the Stress Out of Year-End Planning
Mackin
December Mackin Community
Don’t miss the latest eMackin newsletter! Dive into an exclusive author interview with Jeff Kinney, catch upcoming events like our Storyteller Spotlight webinar, and explore curated library and education resources to inspire your classroom and community. Subscribe now for your monthly digest of books, ideas, and more!
Sora
Sora Reading Launchpad
Get ready to supercharge reading in your school with the Sora Reading Launchpad! This toolkit is packed with tips, resources, and easy-to-use ideas to help educators seamlessly integrate the Sora digital reading platform—featuring ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and more—into instruction and student engagement. Unlock tools designed to save you time and ignite a love of reading in every learner!
Coffee Talks coming soon!
Coming Soon: Coffee Talks
Coffee Talk sessions with our incredible MISBO DER Partners are coming soon!
Registration isn’t open just yet, but details and sign-up information will be shared soon—so stay tuned!
FUN WITH PURCHASING BLOG BY SUSAN
Deck the Halls Without Decorating Your Budget in Red!
by Susan Kimmel
Ho, ho, hold on! Just because the holidays are here doesn’t mean your school’s budget has to go on a sleigh ride to “Over-Budget-ville.” This season, wrap your purchasing decisions in some serious holiday cheer and let the MISBO Purchasing Toolkit be your merry little elf squad helping you save time, money, and head-scratching.
helpful resources
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