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RESOURCES: English Language Learning
Learning English can help newcomer youth, families and caregivers communicate, access services, pursue education and employment, and participate in their communities. Explore resources for learning and practicing English, accessing free learning opportunities, and understanding commonly used terms.
Learning English
Resource Type: Website
Source: Settle In
Languages: Website available in English, Arabic, Burmese, Haitian Creole, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian
Description: This resource explains the benefits of learning English and provides practical ways to build English skills through classes, work, community activities, independent learning, and everyday practice.
Public Libraries as a Resource for Adult Children
Resource Type: Website
Source: Settle In
Description: This resource highlights free services available at public libraries, including educational programs, English classes, books, internet and computer access, study spaces, and opportunities to connect with the community.
English with Newcomers
Resource Type: Website
Source: SIL Global
Languages: English
Description: This resource provides downloadable English lesson plans and learning materials for newcomers at beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate levels.
Bilingual Glossaries and Cognates
Resource Type: PDF
Source: Refugee Youth Resource Center, USCRI
Languages: Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, French, Haitian Creole, Karen, Khmer, Kinyarwanda, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, and 24 other languages
Description: This resource provides bilingual glossaries and academic terms in multiple languages to support English learners, families, and educators across subjects including English language arts, math, science, and social studies.