Elvis Ryder: Read Along & Behind the Scenes

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Elvis Ryder and His Glitchy Gearbot

A young inventor. A glitchy robot. A Science Fair adventure! Enjoy the free read-along, then go behind the scenes to discover how we created the book’s digital world.

1. Read Aloud with Mary Beth

Join Mary Beth Lasseter for a story about curiosity, friendship, problem-solving, and trying again. Follow the onscreen words as Elvis and Gearbot make their way to the Science Fair.

Trouble playing? Watch the read-aloud on YouTube.

2. See How It Was Made

Go behind the scenes with ORA-BAND Publishing. Explore the creative process behind the book’s 3D artwork and augmented reality experiences, including work in Cinema 4D and Unreal Engine.

Trouble playing? Watch the behind-the-scenes video on YouTube.

Keep the Adventure Going

Explore a free AR scene, print an Elvis and Gearbot coloring page, and download a free Gearbot 3D-print file.

AR requires a compatible phone or tablet—no app needed. A 3D printer and slicer software are needed only for the optional 3D-print file.

Explore the Free Extras

Explore the Complete AR Ebook

Choose the edition for your reader. Discover 21 AR experiences, including an AR Helmet Try-On, plus coloring and activity sheets and 10 downloadable 3D-print files.

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Created in Savannah, Georgia, by Demond & Mary Beth Lasseter.
Published by ORA-BAND Publishing.