Windy Hill Middle School Library: Books

How to Get Started with Sora from Overdrive

Access audiobooks and eBooks anytime, anywhere for free with Sora, the student reading app. 

Step 1

Install the Sora app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or go to https://soraapp.com

Step 2

In Sora, find your school (Calvert County Schools), then select Calvert County Schools (6-12).

Step 3

Log in with your school ID (ex: s12345@calvertnet.k12.md.us) followed by your password.

Step 4

Browse the Explore tab and borrow a book. Your book will open so you can start reading right away.

Step 5

View your Shelf to see all your books (including assignments). 

• Click Open Book or Open Audiobook to read or listen to the book.
• Click Options to renew or return the book, get to your notes and highlights, and more.

Need help? Please ask Ms. Jones or visit Sora Help!

All Calvert County Public School students have special Calvert Library accounts.
Username is calv and student ID (ex: calv12345)
Password is 8 digit birthdate (mmddyyyy)
Virtual CRAB cards give every student access to:

• Calvert Library online research databases
• Free online homework help
• Ask Us Now! – Ask a librarian a question 24/7!
• Tumblebooks – online animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they’ll love.
• Foreign language programs
• Hoopla ebooks, audiobooks, comic books, streaming media
• Testing Help – Learning Express Library for practice exams
• ebooks & audiobooks & eMagazines
• Lynda.com – leading online learning platform covering business, technology and creative skills.

The WHMS Spring Book Fair was a big success thanks to the WHMS community!  Proceeds will go to the WHMS library to purchase books, makerspace items and book sets for the book club library!  Profits will have a direct impact on every student! Thank you for your support!