Valuable Internet Tools for Tutors

Brian Anderson, Tutoring Director at Literacy Network in Madison, Wisconsin has created a literacy ¡§blog¡¨ which is an amazing tool for tutors and those interested in literacy topics. His website is incredibly insightful and has a ton of practical information, resources, and tutoring tips. His tutoring tips come from real tutors, just like you, who share a bit of wisdom they have developed through their literacy experiences. I encourage everyone to check out his blog at: www.literacynetwork.blogspot.com .

Online Citizenship Materials
Does your student want help preparing for the citizenship test? Below are two online resources for tutors & students alike!
www.uscis.gov This website contains a great deal of information and downloadable learning tools to help your student prepare for the citizenship test. Once at the USCIS main page, follow the prompts for ¡§Education and Resources¡¨. You may then select ¡§Civics and Citizenship Study Materials¡¨ or ¡§Resources for Adult Educators¡¨ which are among a wide variety of available options.
www.thinkfinity.org A wonderful tool for tutors! This site, sponsored by Verizon, provides citizenship resources, lesson plans, interactive activities, and so much more. It is easy & free to register with the site, in order to gain access to a plethora of literacy tools you can use!

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If you are looking for an entertaining and inspiring book to read, check out: How I Learned English: 55 Accomplished Latinos Recall Lessons in Language and Life, edited by Tom Miller (2007). This great read is a compilation of essays from notable Latino figures, including a congressman, author, TV personality, and baseball player. They each reveal a personal and often fascinating story on their journey to master the ¡§quirks and challenges¡¨ of the English language.

reprinted from: Walworth County Literacy Council Newsletter