This case study attributed the following noticeable outcomes to the use of uniforms throughout the district: 1  Fewer absences and truancies; 2  Fewer referrals to the office for behavior problems; 3  Fewer suspensions and expulsions; Reduced by 28% (elementary) and 36% (middle school);
Kindle Books Alexa Can Read Aloud. When searching for eBooks on Amazon, look for the Whispersync for Voice-ready and Audible Narration Ready labels in the bookâs description. Once you purchase the Kindle eBooks, open the Alexa app on Android, iOS, or via the web at alexa.amazon.com. Then head to Settings > Music & Books.
With the help of Alexa, Amazon's version of Siri, the company is able to serve users the latest news, offer weather updates, play a song on Spotify, hail an Uber or more, all via voice. Amazon announced last month that Alexa would come to the Fire tablet. Today it finally arrives. In an update, Amazon is releasing its Alexa virtual assistant to the Fire HD 8, meaning every owner of the tablet with an internet connection can grab the free update and make use of Alexa's expansive list of skills.