ESL: vocabulary, writing and grammar

Books, spoken word kits and DVDs for learning English basics can be found throughout the children's section of your local BPL branch. Sections to look for:

ESL materials

ESL books, ESL DVDs and ESL spoken word kits are designed for English language learners. Each kit covers a variety of skills including grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, vocabulary and writing. They are shelved in the nonfiction section. Look for jESL 428.24 on the spine label. List of titles

ESL DVDs have similar content. Look for  jDVD ESL 428.24 on the spine label. List of titles

Other materials

The general collection has many books that are very useful for English language learners.
Browse the catalogue to find:

Picture dictionaries
We have English-only picture dictionaries as well as bilingual picture dictionaries in a number of languages.

Alphabet books
ABC books help children learn the shapes and sound of letters in the English alphabet.

Counting books
These help children learn simple counting and more complex counting in English.

Grammar
Grammar books introduce children to the basics of English grammar.

Vocabulary
These books help children improve and expand their knowledge of English words.

Idioms
These books introduce children to the meaning of "It's raining cats and dogs" and popular English language expressions.

Phonics
Phonics helps children learn to associate letters with the sounds they make in English.

Writing and composition
These books introduce children to the basic forms of English composition.