Visit the ESL & Literacy Office
The ESL & Literacy Services office is located on the first floor. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For questions about the library’s ESL & Literacy Services, please email at esl@ahml.info or call 847-870-4309.
Programs & Tutoring
The library offers more than 40 programs a month and one-on-one tutoring for adult language learners. The library also partners with other community organizations to present programs including Read to Learn.
Citizenship Services
The library offers programs and resources for people interested in becoming U.S. citizens.
Citizenship Interview Practice Sessions
Join us for one-on-one practice interviews conducted by ESL staff and volunteers. For more information, please email at esl@ahml.info or call 847-870-4309.
Citizenship Class
The library hosts a 10-week class each summer on Zoom. Details to be determined soon.
Citizenship Resources
- Citizenship Resource Center
- Learn about becoming a U.S. citizen (naturalization)
- Application form for U.S. naturalization
- Study for the test
- ProCitizen
Computer Learning
The ESL & Literacy Services office offers access to computers and software to help you improve and practice English on your own, at your own speed on the following topics:
- Pronunciation
- Business English
- Reading, grammar and writing
- TOEFL and IELTS preparation
- American culture
World Languages Collection
The library’s World Languages collection has thousands of books, magazines, movies, music and more available in many different languages in physical and digital formats.
Your Next Great Read
The Bill of Rights
Citizenship, interactive DVD. Hindi a bilingual overview of United States history and government
Each section begins with a topic sentence spoken in the primary language. That sentence is repeated in English and the rest of the section is spoken and captioned in simple English. Questions following each section are multiple choice and incorrect responses automatically send the learner back to the correct answer. Based on the examination given by the Immigration and Naturalization Service for United States citizenship, this DVD presents the structure of our government at all levels. It also presents a sensitive look at our historical struggle for freedom
The White House : an American symbol
"Introduces pre-readers to simple concepts about the importance of the White House using short sentences and repetition of words"--Provided by publisher
Citizenship, interactive DVD. English an overview of United States history and government
This film is based on the examination given by the Immigration and Naturalization Service for United States citizenship. It presents the structure of our government at all levels. It also provides a sensitive look at our historical struggle for freedom and independence
Mount Rushmore : an American symbol
"Introduces pre-readers to simple concepts about Mt. Rushmore using short sentences and repetition of words"--Provided by publisher
Citizenship, passing the test. Ready for the interview
Immigration
Chronicles mass immigration to the United States from the time of the early colonies to today
Future U.S. citizens, with active book
Citizenship, interactive DVD. Polish a bilingual overview of United States history and government
Each section begins with a topic sentence spoken in the primary language. That sentence is repeated in English and the rest of the section is spoken and captioned in simple English. Questions following each section are multiple choice and incorrect responses automatically send the learner back to the correct answer. Based on the examination given by the Immigration and Naturalization Service for United States citizenship, this DVD presents the structure of our government at all levels. It also presents a sensitive look at our historical struggle for freedom
Democracy : benefits ; Democracy : responsibilities
Unlocking the U.S. Constitution, the Declaration of Independence and the Illinois Constitution
Explains the basic concepts of the United States Constitution and Declaration of Independence and the Illinois Constitution. Includes review questions
Citizenship
Teaches young learners the importance of being a good citizen by helping out neighbors and other areas of the community, obeying the laws, and learning about voting
Land of the free : coming to America ; Land of the free : contributing to America
How to be an American : a field guide to citizenship
"The current political climate has left many of us wondering how our government actually operates. Sure, we learned about it in school, but if put to the test, how many of us can correctly explain the branches of government? The history of politics? The differences and connections between local government and federal government? Enter How to Be an American. While author and illustrator Silvia Hidalgo was studying for her citizenship test, she quickly found that the materials provided by the government were lacking. In order to more easily absorb the information, Hidalgo started her own illustrated reference to civics facts and American history essentials. She's collected her findings in How to Be an American, a freshly designed and illustrated two-color guide to all things America."--Amazon.com
Citizenship now! : a complete guide for naturalization
Tales of mystery and imagination
Wuthering heights
The forgotten raincoat mystery
The Canterbury tales
L.A. winners
"The woman looked around my office. She looked at the old furniture and the dirty windows. She looked at the broken blind and the plastic coffee cups in the waste bin. Then she looked at me. I wasn't looking good. I hadn't shaved. And my suit and hair were untidy. The woman didn't speak. Suddenly, she took a handkerchief out of her bag. She wiped the dust from the chair and she sat down. 'Mr Samuel,' she said. 'I saw your name and address in the telephone book. Are you cheap? And are you a good detective?' 'I'm not good,' I replied. 'I'm the best. The best private detective in Los Angeles.'--Back cover note
The terrible orchid sky
"Ken Talbot heads to Florida--where his real father lives--when he flunks out of college in Detroit. He hasn't seen the man in years. What will their reunion be like? But with a category 5 hurricane heading their way, will he ever get the chance to find out?"--P. [4] of cover
Ruby's terrible secret
Why did Melinda's grandmother send her away so abruptly? Years later, while visiting the old homestead, she finds a clue in an old photo album. Melinda can't believe her eyes. The little girl in the picture hasn't changed a bit in the last 50 years!
Oliver Twist
Digging to America
Two families awaiting the arrival of their adopted infant daughters from Korea meet at the airport. The families lives become interwined after the Donaldsons, a young American couple invite the Yazdan's, Maryam, her son and his Iranian American wife to an arrival party, which becomes an annual event. Maryam, who came to this country thirty-five years earlier, feels her values threatened when she is courted by a newly widowed Donaldson. A penetrating light on the American way as seen from two perspectives, those who are born here and those who are still struggling to fit in
Dancing with strangers stories from Africa
The island of Dr. Moreau
A science fiction story about a young man who encounters an eccentric scientist on a lonely island, which leads to terror and a fight for survival
Nicolas Nickleby
Logan's run
Reader is a retelling of a science fiction novel about a dark future in which people are only supposed to live to age 21. Reader was written for pre-intermediate English language learners and includes learning activities with some of the chapters and activities at the end of book. Companion disc has additional activities and a complete audio recording of text of book
Frankenstein
"The epic battle between man and monster reaches its greatest pitch in the famous story of Frankenstein. In trying to create life, the young student Victor Frankenstein unleashes forces beyond his control, setting into motion a long and tragic chain of events that brings Victor himself to the very brink. How he tries to destroy his creation, as it destroys everything Victor loves, is a powerful story of love, friendship--and horror."--Bk. back cover
Washington Square
Fundamentals of English grammar. Workbook
Grammar connection : structure through content. 2
Focus on grammar
The spelling toolbox : workbook 2
Grammar and beyond. [Student's book]. 4
A phrasal verb affair
When John runs out on Maria and runs off with another woman, Maria tracks him down to do him in
GrammarWork : English exercises in context
Barron's 1001 pitfalls in English grammar
Grammar connection : structure through content. 3
2,000+ essential English verbs : the easiest way to master verbs and speak fluently!
Making intermediate grammar work : grammar in context for ESL students
Grammar clear and simple. 2
"Grammar Clear and Simple Books ... provide a simple, listening-based program for teaching English grammar to beginning students."--Bk. back cover
Grammar sense. 1
Intermediate English grammar for ESL learners
The perfect English grammar workbook : simple rules and quizzes to master today's English language
Find: EASY-TO-FOLLOW LESSONS organized by how we naturally learn -- simple instructions followed by self-directed quizzes; RELEVANT, ENGAGING EXAMPLES that demonstrate grammar rules with wit, humor, and contemporary appeal; RECENT, UP-TO-DATE RULES based on the English language we use today; A WIDE VARIETY OF EXERCISES that make learning fun; HELPFUL FEATURES FOR CLASSROOM USE including standalone answer keys for easy photocopying and color-coded pages for quick navigation
Structures in spelling : words with prefixes, roots, and suffixes
Basic vocabulary in use
Building a strong vocabulary for life skills
Vocabulary 1
Vocabulary boosters. Workbook 2
A vocabulary book for students learning English as a foreign language
Vocabulary 3
Vocabulary ladders understanding word nuances. Level 6
Teach related words in ten minutes a day with this cluster approach to help Sixth Grade students learn many semantically related words at once! This resource provides opportunities for students to explore and expand vocabularies, increase reading comprehension, and improve writing composition. The Common Core and other state standards are supported by assisting students' understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. Lessons provided are simple and easy-to-use, activity results can be used for formative assessment, and digital resources include lessons and teacher resources
Key words for fluency. Pre-intermediate collocation practice : learning and practising the most useful words of English
Daily warm-ups. Vocabulary
200 more words you need to know
Daily warm-ups. Commonly confused words
Advanced vocabulary games for English language learners
Vocabulary power 3 : practicing essential words
Words for students of English. Volume 8, [Advanced level] : a vocabulary series for ESL
Begin in English. Volume 2 : more vocabulary-expanding short stories for launched beginners
Focus on writing. 4
This student workbook presents techniques for and exercises in writing essays in English, all to develop familiarity with the writing process, grammar skills, lexical knowledge and rhetorical modes for academic writing
Ready to write 3 : from paragraph to essay
Interactive dictations : a listening/speaking/writing text
Writing bright. 1
First book in the three-volume set designed for upper elementary and middle school students to build sentence and paragraph writing skills by practicing grammar skills and building vocabulary on a variety of subjects
Great sentences for great paragraphs : an introduction to basic sentences and paragraphs
Composition practice : a text for English language learners
Final draft. 3, Student's book
Writing bright. 3
Third book in the three-volume set designed for upper elementary and middle school students to build sentence and paragraph writing skills by practicing grammar skills and building vocabulary on a variety of subjects
Writing tutor. 1A. Sentence writing
American handwriting slow and easy
From reading to writing. 2
Grammar for writing 3 : an editing guide to writing
This student workbook presents techniques for and exercises in editing written English--focusing specifically on the grammatical structures with which students most frequently have difficulty--all to develop familiarity with the editing stage in the writing process, grammar skills, and comprehension
From reading to writing. 4
Catalyst 2 : writing from reading
Write choices : imaginative writing activities for children
A collection of 32 2-writing activity units for English language learnings (ELLs) and native-speaking children in traditional classrooms that may be used in any order; each unit's activities include writing prompts and exercise assignment details
Resources for English Language Learners
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