The Ultimate Accessible Library: Your Guide to Monarch Reader

Monarch Reader by Building Wings is a free, accessible online library designed to support readers of all ages and abilities. With thousands of digital books available, the platform makes it easy for educators, families, and learners to find engaging, age-respectful reading material that builds confidence, independence, and a love of reading.

Monarch Reader by Building Wings is built with accessibility and flexibility in mind, offering features that support diverse readers.

• A large collection of accessible digital books for emergent and developing readers.
• Adjustable text size, font, and background colour for improved readability.
• Text to speech option.
• Support for alternative access methods and multiple input devices.
• Engaging, age-respectful content for both children and older learners.
• Easy search and topic-based browsing to find relevant books quickly.
• Options for shared reading, independent reading, and self-directed exploration.

With Pink Shirt Day coming up, Monarch Reader by Building Wings makes it easy to find books that explore kindness, inclusion, empathy, and bullying prevention. Titles are available across a range of reading levels, so educators and families can select materials that spark meaningful discussion and support every learner.

CLICK HERE to learn about Readtopia and ReadtopiaGO by Building Wings, a comprehensive reading curriculum for students with complex needs. 

Because bullying remains a persistent challenge across Canada, ongoing education is vital. Equally important is ensuring that students with diverse learning needs are included and empowered to take part in these important and meaningful conversations.

To support this, Bridges offers free Pink Shirt Day resources available in English and French through accessible platforms like Clicker, Grid 3, MindExpress, and Canadian Choice Widgit Online. 

CLICK HERE to download the free resources.

On this page you will be able to find other free seasonal resouces, including important national events like Terry Fox Day, National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, and International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Page is updated regularly.