We have been using e-books for a fair amount of time this year with an added frustration of not always having access to them. The software being used to read some of the e-books require a constant internet connection - something that is very costly. We believe that decisions have been made without considering the consequences it could have on students. Hard copies are practical, effective and they work. Why fix a system that isn't broken? Away with soft copies - we want hard copies, the real deal.