The main purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of electronic storybook instruction on English learning performance and reading motivation. In this study, the experimental group received electronic storybook instruction, while the control group received traditional instruction. Data were collected from English learning attitude questionnaires, performance tests and interviews. The main results show that electronic storybooks instruction may have positive effects on subjects’ English learning performance and reading motivation. Suggestions include the proper arrangement of students’ seats, the appropriate volume of videos, and the chances to allow students to choose the storybooks they want to read.

Keywords :electronic storybooks, learning performance, reading motivation