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Here's what you need to know about the turn-page versions we are offering of our most widely-used educational materials.

What exactly am I purchasing?

You are purchasing a package that includes a physical copy of the book PLUS access to an enhanced digital turn-page version of the book, with permission to share it with one student in a remote learning setting.  Your access to the turn-page version runs through July 2021. The turn-page version is an exact duplicate of the physical book, including the same page numbering. We’ve enhanced it by also including teaching tips unique to the material and selected printable PDF pages for students’ use.

 

Do I need to purchase a turn-page package for each student?

Yes. Turn-page access is not a replacement for a physical book. It is a tool to help teachers in remote learning environments. Students need their materials whether they’re learning remotely or in-person.

 

Do I need to purchase a turn-page package for each teacher?

No. Access to the turn-page version is provided based on the number of students you wish to use it with. For example, if you have 10 students in a class, you would purchase 10 turn-page sets (you will get 10 physical books + permission to use the turnpage version with 10 students). The turn-page access can then be shared with any teacher(s) or madrichim working directly with those 10 students, at no additional charge.

 

If the teacher is sharing their screen to show the turn-page version, why do I need to purchase multiple copies?

You are not purchasing multiple copies of the turn page version. You are paying for permission to use the turn-page version with a certain number of students. In other words, purchases are made according to the number of people who are viewing the turn-page version, not how many are showing it.

 

Can I purchase access to the turn-page version separately from the physical book?

No. Access to the turn-page version is combined with a physical book. Turn-page access is not a replacement for a physical book. It is designed to make it simpler for teachers to work with learners remotely, guiding their learning. Even in remote learning settings, ideal learning is multi-modal. When learners have the physical materials, they have more control over their learning, can see the material in person, can more easily work with others in breakout groups, and better complete independent work away from the screen.

Having the print materials also ensures that you can maintain continuity in programming regardless of where your learners are meeting. This is especially important if you might be switching between remote and in-person learning. Having the physical book also gets children away from their screens and guides them through hands-on activities.

 

How do I get the physical books to my students?

The physical books will be shipped directly to the address you provide at time of your order. You then have several options for getting to students if you will be starting your program remotely:

  • Make packages for each student and hold a book pickup day at your building.
  • Combine delivery with social connection by having teachers personally drop off materials to students. This makes for a lovely porch or sidewalk socially distant, yet personal, interaction.
  • Mail the books to students.

If you cannot get materials to students locally, talk to us about options for delivering books directly to students at their homes. Email us for more information.

 

After I purchase the turn-page package, how do I access the digital version?

Log in to the account on behrmanhouse.com from which you made the purchase. From the top menu, click Account. Then click My Downloadable Products from the menu on the left. Select the item you wish to open. That link can be shared at no additional charge with teachers working directly with the student(s) for whom access has been purchased.

 

Do teachers or students need a Behrman House account to view the turn-page version?

No. The person who made the purchase can share the link directly with the teacher (see above). The link immediately opens the turn-page version, and teachers can then share their screens on video conference platforms with the students for whom access was purchased. Students are not likely to need direct access to the turn-page themselves. They will have their physical copies for independent work, chevruta work in breakout groups, etc. 

 

Can I see a sample of the turn-page to try it out?

As with all our student materials, you are invited to order a copy at a 30% discount for review. This will allow you to try it out and test out the process for purchase, access, and use of the materials – so you can feel comfortable knowing exactly how it all works. Contact customersupport@behrmanhouse.com to request your review copies.

 

We have books left over from last year or have already placed our order for this school year. Do we have to buy the books again to have turn-page access?

If you purchased student materials in 2019 or 2020 and still have some left over, contact customersupport@behrmanhouse.com and we’ll work with you make sure you have just what you need.

 

 

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