Accessible, Interactive Learning: Inside My H5P Repository
Whether you’re new to H5P or looking to refine your workflow, this repository brings together everything you need in one place.
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Creating high‑quality interactive learning activities shouldn’t feel like reinventing the wheel every single time. That’s why I developed a comprehensive H5P template repository within the Campus Manitoba Pressbooks Template, a space designed to streamline interactive learning objects, support accessibility from the start, and give Pressbooks authors the confidence to build engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
Why Did I Build This Repository?
H5P offers a powerful suite of interactive content types, but navigating the options and understanding their accessibility implications can be overwhelming, especially for new users. The goal was simple: make it easier for authors to choose, customize, and embed accessible H5P activities without any guesswork.
The Campus Manitoba Pressbook Template repository includes 29 curated H5P activity examples, each selected to meet a range of pedagogical and accessibility needs. Authors can explore, test, and adapt these examples of each actitvity directly within Pressbooks, ensuring a smoother, more consistent creation process.
What You’ll Find Inside
- Interactive Previews of 29 H5P Activities
- Accessibility Guidance for Every Activity Type
- Clear Instructions for Customization
Each example shows exactly how the activity looks and behaves. Authors can interact with the content before deciding whether it fits their goals.
I’ve integrated conformance levels and direct links to the LibreTexts H5P Accessibility Guide, helping authors make informed decisions about which activities are appropriate for their learners.
The repository walks authors through:
- Selecting the right activity type
- Accessing the H5P interface
- Editing and customizing templates
- Saving and organizing content
- Embedding activities using Pressbooks shortcodes
I also emphasize the importance of descriptive, structured titles, a small step that makes a big difference when managing dozens of H5P items.
A Closer Look at the Repository Guide
To help authors navigate the options, activities are grouped into five major categories. Each category includes direct links to the H5P Accessibility Chart guidelines available in the LibreTexts Studio H5P Accessibility Guide, making it easy to understand what’s required to ensure an inclusive experience.
The repository contains samples for the following H5P content types:
Quiz/Problem Solving
Examples include Multiple Choice, Fill in the Blanks, True/False, and more, each with notes on usability and accessibility considerations.
| H5P Activity Type | Conformance Level | Accessibility Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic Quiz | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Arithmetic Quiz |
| Crossword | Usable with best practices | Accessibility Guide for H5P Crossword |
| Drag and Drop | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Drag and Drop |
| Fill in the Blanks | Usable with best practices | Accessibility Guide for H5P Fill in the Blanks |
| Guess the Answer | Usable with best practices | Accessibility Guide for H5P Guess the Answer |
| Multiple Choice | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Multiple Choice |
| Quiz (Question Set) | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Question Set |
| Single Choice Set | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Single Choice Set |
| True/False Question | Usable with best practices | Accessibility Guide for H5P True/False Question |
Images
From Image Hotspots to Memory Games, these templates help authors incorporate visual interactivity while staying mindful of accessibility needs.
| H5P Activity Type | Conformance Level | Accessibility Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Image Choice | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Image Choice |
| Image Hotspots | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Image Hotspots |
| Image Slider | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Image Slider |
| Memory Game | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Memory Game |
Multimedia
Interactive Video, Audio, Branching Scenarios, and Interactive Books offer rich, layered learning experiences.
| H5P Activity Type | Conformance Level | Accessibility Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Audio (no template available) | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Audio |
| Audio Recorder(no template available) | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Audio Recorder |
| Branching Scenario (no template available) | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Branching Scenario |
| Interactive Book | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Interactive Book |
| Interactive Video | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Interactive Video |
Presentation
Tools like Course Presentation and Dialog Cards support structured content delivery with interactive elements.
| H5P Activity Type | Conformance Level | Accessibility Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Course Presentation | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Course Presentation |
| Dialog Cards | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Dialog Cards |
| Documentation Tool | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Documentation Tool |
| Flashcards | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Flashcards |
Display
Accordion, Summary, Column layouts, and other display‑focused tools help authors organize and present information effectively.
| H5P Activity Type | Conformance Level | Accessibility Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Accordion | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Accordion |
| Advent Calendar | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Advent Calendar |
| Chart | Requires alternate activity | Accessibility Guide for H5P Chart |
| Column | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Column |
| Summary | Usable with workarounds | Accessibility Guide for H5P Summary |
How to Use the Repository in Your Workflow
- Browse the examples to see what’s possible.
- Interact with each activity to understand its strengths and limitations.
- Choose a template that aligns with your learning objectives.
- Customize it using the H5P editor in Pressbooks.
- Embed it using the auto‑generated shortcode.
- Delete the repository chapter once your book is complete; it’s meant as a workspace, not a final deliverable.
Designed for Learning, Built for Accessibility
Accessibility was built into the foundation of this repository, not treated as an afterthought. By pairing each activity with its accessibility profile and linking to authoritative guidance, we help authors make choices that support all learners.
We also highlight when certain activities require:
- alternative formats
- additional text descriptions
- transcripts
- or careful keyboard navigation considerations
This empowers authors to create content that is not only engaging but also equitable.
Supporting Open, Accessible Learning
The Campus Manitoba Pressbooks Template H5P repository draws on openly licensed resources, including examples from H5P.org and accessibility guidance from LibreTexts (CC BY 4.0). By building on existing open educational practices, we offer authors a robust, sustainable toolkit that evolves with our community.
Final Thoughts
Interactive content has the power to transform learning, but only when it’s easy to create and accessible to everyone. My H5P template repository is designed to remove barriers, spark creativity, and support authors at every step of the process.
As of June 2026, the Campus Manitoba Pressbooks Template is available on the OpenEd Manitoba PressbooksEDU Network.
Due to recent changes in provincial funding priorities, the long‑term hosting and maintenance of the network are uncertain. The template remains accessible for now, but its future availability will depend on decisions still being made.
Remember, if you’re building a Pressbook and want to incorporate interactive activities, this repository is a great starting point. Explore, experiment, and make it your own!
Good luck,
Kristy
